Pierre Péters

L'Esprit Grand Cru Brut Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay

9.383 ratings
9.428 pro ratings
Le Mesnil-Sur-Oger, Côte des Blancs, Champagne, France
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
Top Notes For
Charlie Evans

Don’t think this was Grand Cru but acid for days, I tell ya

Don’t think this was Grand Cru but acid for days, I tell ya

Oct 21st, 2017
Veronica Castro

Nutritious and delicious! Crazor!

Nutritious and delicious! Crazor!

2 people found it helpfulJul 20th, 2014
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9.3

The 2013 Brut Blanc de Blancs L'Esprit is a terrific example of a year in which both ripeness and acidities were elevated. Rich and sumptuous on the palate, with striking layers of nuance throughout, the 2013 has so much to offer. The combination of textural breadth and tension is utterly compelling. And that, in essence, is what makes 2013 such a fascinating vintage. Another few years in bottle will help soften some of the edges. Dosage is 4.5 grams per liter. Disgorged: July, 2018. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, July 2019)

The 2013 Brut Blanc de Blancs L'Esprit is a terrific example of a year in which both ripeness and acidities were elevated. Rich and sumptuous on the palate, with striking layers of nuance throughout, the 2013 has so much to offer. The combination of textural breadth and tension is utterly compelling. And that, in essence, is what makes 2013 such a fascinating vintage. Another few years in bottle will help soften some of the edges. Dosage is 4.5 grams per liter. Disgorged: July, 2018. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, July 2019)

1 person found it helpfulJul 25th, 2019
Rebecca Fletcher

Apple, pear and bread rolls. Perfume and white flowers. M+ acid. M- intensity. Light and understated.

Apple, pear and bread rolls. Perfume and white flowers. M+ acid. M- intensity. Light and understated.

1 person found it helpfulAug 19th, 2016
Christopher Bates

Master Sommelier, Owner/Winemaker Element Winery

9.3

Great bottle of champagne!

Great bottle of champagne!

1 person found it helpfulMay 24th, 2016
Justin Bothur

Always sexy.

Always sexy.

1 person found it helpfulMay 7th, 2016
Luke Kenning

Sommelier/Wine Director Farallon Restaurant

9.5

Needs more time but gooood!

Needs more time but gooood!

1 person found it helpfulJan 17th, 2015
Nico J. Snyman

Love this BdB, still quite lean, but classic Peters, amazing for the price.

Love this BdB, still quite lean, but classic Peters, amazing for the price.

Oct 22nd, 2016
Peter Scudamore-Smith MW

Found my 98 pointer here; speaks volumes for grand crus in #mesnil #grandcru #pierrepéters #chardonnay #1996 @grandmasterfizz

Found my 98 pointer here; speaks volumes for grand crus in #mesnil #grandcru #pierrepéters #chardonnay #1996 @grandmasterfizz

Nov 9th, 2015
Matt

Sharp attack and broad back palate. Chablis in sparkling form.

Sharp attack and broad back palate. Chablis in sparkling form.

Oct 8th, 2015