The NV Brut Blanc de Blancs d'Aÿ is bright, effusive and full of character. Chardonnay is so expressive in Aÿ, where the aromatics are beautifully lifted and there is plenty of depth. Lemon confit, spice, apricot, tangerine peel and light tropical notes all grace this super-expressive Blanc de Blancs. Disgorged: February, 2021.
92 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Nov 2021)
Disgorged in November 2019, the new release of Chiquet's NV Brut Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs d'Aÿ is pretty, bursting with scents of apple blossom, crisp orchard fruit, fresh peach and warm bread. Medium-bodied, ample and pillowy, with a charming core of fruit, bright acids and a pinpoint mousse, it's a bright, expressive bottling that I suspect will pick up a bit of additional depth with a year or two on cork.
90 points, William Kelley, Wine Advocate (Mar 2021)
An expressive Champagne, with tangy orange peel acidity enlivening white cherry and raspberry fruit flavors. A lively sipper, with a lacy mousse, a chalky underpinning and hints of lemon curd, pickled ginger and spring blossoms on the finish. Disgorged October 2021. Drink now. 300 cases imported.
90 points, Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator (Nov 2022)
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