Monthuys Père et Fils Brut Réserve Champagne Blend NV

Randy Fuller

This wine’s golden hue owes something, no doubt, to the three years of bottle aging it underwent. Its nose is rather brash, probably owing to the 60% Pinot Meunier/40% Chardonnay blend. My wife hated it. Apricot aromas dominate, with apple and toast following. Apple comes across strongest on the palate, with an earthy sensibility layered over it. The finish returns the apricot flavor.

Tom Riley

Opened five days ago. Everything still very much intact. Pretty to look at and even prettier to taste. Light and long with a creamy mousse and surprising complexity. For $30 it's tough to beat.

Tom Gendall

Nice aroma and flavor, tastes crisp and a touch of biscuit but not overly intriguing.

Eric Grasser

Full bodied Champagne. Flavors of toasted brioche, black raspberry, green apple, strawberry, sour cherry, coffee froth. Bright, very active acidity. Very surprising and very enjoyable

Vinny Eng

PM dominant.

Kellin

Light. Refreshing. Smooth finish. Delightful mouth feel. Definite re-buy

Teresa S

Stone fruit forward, apricot, peaches, not so briochy, delicious.

Neil Valenzuela

Clear straw, small delicate bubbles. Green apple, pear and brioche in a puff pastry. Crisp, citrus, yeast and a dry finish. Nice Champagne

Naoki Kondo

Touch of ripe tropical fruit and green apple.

Mike Reis

Cicerone Monk's Kettle & Abbot's Cellar, Beer Writer SeriousEats

Toast!