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“100% Grand Cru. This vintage blend originates from 4 single vineyards in Le Mesnil, Avize, Cramant, Oger. Made only in finest harvest years. Ageing in the cellar for 48 months in the bottle on the lees. Dosage 4,5 – 5,5 g/l. Disgorgement 24.01.2024.”

“Luminous pale gold. On the nose, delicate floral notes interlace with dried fruits, citrus and almond. There is a soft mineral influence that adds both complexity and elegance. The palate is well-balanced and stylishly elegant, with delicate notes of lemon and stone fruit, tangerine and toasted bread. The finish is persistent with candied citrus flavors and a chalky minerality that adds a twist of salinity.”

“The year’s heat has yielded concentration and fragrance rather than weight, with lemon oil and Mirabelle plum framed in a compact, driven, yet polished palate whose firm core of acid will unwind beautifully over the coming decade as the aromatics develop further. Between the excellence of Pierre Péters non-vintage and the renown of its top offerings, the vintage-level cuvée can sometimes be overlooked, but in 2019 – one of winemaker Rodolphe Péters’ favourite years – it’s an absolute star.” Decanter 95 points

“The L’Esprit de 2019 is one of the best versions of this wine I can remember tasting. Exuberant and racy with tons of energy the 2019 reflects the natural intensity of this great vintage while retaining the super-classic signatures of the Côtes des Blancs. This cuvée is a blend of fruit sourced from Grand Cru sites in Le Mesnil Avize Cramant and Oger. Readers who want to enjoy a top-flight Champagne without splurging will find so much to like here. Hints of tangerine peel marzipan and dried flowers linger on the intensely saline finish. Dosage is 4 grams per liter. Disgorged: December 19 2023. – By Antonio Galloni on March 2024 Pierre Péters is among the grower estates that have moved into what is almost a new category of grower estates with a global brand presence. The wines are very fine as usual. I was especially impressed with the L’Esprit de 2019 and the 2016 Les Chétillons which have really come along over the last year.” Antonio Galloni Vinous 94 points