Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.5

I am seldom dumbfounded when it comes to wine. So, I appreciate it when that happens.

This 1990 La Grande Dame was amazing and so fresh. Full disclosure, I am not normally impressed by this producer and this cuvée. Unusual for a champagne of 35 yrs to be so fresh in my experience from inception. So much so, if poured blind many would call it N/V or a fairly recent vintage. The color was even palish straw. Mags were brought from their Champagne House.

Excellent with the dessert of the evening, “Lemon Meringue Pie Cookie.”

Enjoyed at the 2026 “From Cellar Event” Pebble Beach Food and Wine.

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@_sumaiya_bangee_ — 22 days ago

Sean Townley

9.5

No idea how old this is (QR code on back gives a 404) but it’s fantastic — 4 months ago

with Mairead

Mike McGovern

10

Morning of 9th anniversary. First NYE in TX. Amber had a positive pregnancy test this morning! 😄 — 5 months ago

with Amber

S.S. Mandani

9.2

Peppery, dark cherry, earthy

Refined, velvety texture, good structure — a month ago

Michael Fiur

10

Veya 03.21.2026 Lucas sommelier — 2 months ago

Chris MacLean

9.2

Still affordable and good value for the price. One of my favorites in CM. Good NY wine for us! (25-26) — 4 months ago

with Sarah

Sergio L Figueiredo

9.4

Álcool 12,0%. — 5 months ago

Ming L

8.9

The nose shows fresh apple and pear, with a subtle, fleeting hint of brioche. The palate is defined by a crisp, direct attack that yields to a somewhat firm, fruit-driven structure. Fine lively bubbles.

Not my favorite entry level NV Champagne, but it’s quite pleasant. — 2 months ago

Leah Parsons

9.4

Delightful for our anniversary celebration. — 3 months ago

Conrad Green

9.4

Beautiful light amber in color. Dried apricot and toasty yeast. Great fruit and good tension still — 5 months ago

with Paul and Ara