Pol Roger Brut Champagne Réserve NV

95 points James Halliday (Wine Companion): "One of my favourite champagne houses. This entry point has one-third each of pinot noir, pinot meunier and chardonnay from 30 crus, 25% reserve wines, spending 4 years on tirage. It has a flowery bouquet, terrific mouthfeel thanks to a hint of honey, and Meyer lemon cleansing the finish and aftertaste. Special. Closure: Cork. (Nov 2020)"

94 points Tyson Stelzer (The Champagne Guide): "(2017 base bintage; tasted in 2021 in France; blend of the three champagne varieties in roughly equal proportions; 25% reserves from 20-21 crus spanning 2-4 years; 150 parcels from 30 crus; aged 42-54 months on lees in bottle; 9g/L dosage). Pol Roger's famous 'White Foil' is an attractive and refreshing apéritif and the company's investment in its facilities and fruit sources over the past two decades is now paying strong dividends. Individual parcel vinification preserves fantastic detail, showcasing its components with greater precision than ever. The 2017 base represents a benchmark exemplar that ranks confidently among the finest yet, all the more incredible in this difficult season. Projecting a medium straw hue, it strikes an enticing contrast between the vibrant citrus zest and apple and pear that proclaim the vivacity of Pol Roger and the subtle almond meal and brioche of long age. Wonderfully fine salt minerality highlights an excellent, fine, fresh, lively and pure finish that celebrates the elegance and purity of the house. When I commended Laurent d'Harcourt, he responded, 'We are now getting the fruits of what we have been doing in the past 10-15 years.' (Edition VII; 2024)"

93 points Sylvia Wu (Decanter): "Richly biscuity on the nose, with steamed rice, fresh pear and citrus blossom complexity. Creamy mousse dissolves into red apple peel, lemon and stone fruits, with a depth of honeyed biscuits. The Reserve NV from Pol Roger is a blend of base wines from at least three vintages. With 6 months of post-disgorgement ageing, the wine is ready to enjoy now. Drinking Window: 2021-2026. (Oct 2021)"

93 points Bettane & Desseauve Guide 2022.

92 points William Kelley (Wine Advocate): "The new release of Pol Roger's NV Extra-Brut Pure is showing nicely, unwinding in the glass with notes of pear, orange, pink grapefruit, smoke and rye toast. Medium to full-bodied, chiseled and incisive, it's taut and tightly wound, with fine depth at the core, brisk acids and a pinpoint mousse, concluding with a dry finish. Drink: 2021-2035. (Mar 2021)"

92 points Tom Hewson (TimAtkin.com): "2016 base tasted, one third each of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. The 2017 base has been sold, and I was told that it would be this edition on sale until the end of 2022, which would make it a very smart buy indeed. A pale, buttery and creamy lining here, before expressive apricot, strawberry tart and zingy orange citrus, perked up with browned pastry and marine notes. Fullsome yet carefully shaped, this is on top form. (Dec 2022)"

92 points James Suckling: "A layered and complex Champagne with pie crust, lemon peel, dried apple, pineapple tart and subtle spice notes. Sleek bubbles. Creamy and delicious. Drink now. (8/8/22)"