Appellation: AOC Champagne, France
Blend: Approx. 50% Pinot Noir, 50% Chardonnay
Aging: Extended lees ageing
Drinking Window: Now through 2030–2040
CRITIC SCORES
James Suckling - 100 Points: Hails the 1996 Oenothèque as a flawless masterclass in Champagne evolution; praises its striking depth, intense chalky minerality, agile structure, and a palate-coating finish that lingers for minutes.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Antonio Galloni) - 97 Points: Highlights an explosive, deeply layered frame loaded with pastry, lemon oil, smoke, and toasty nuances, anchored by monumental tension, power, and vibrant acidity.
Vinous (Antonio Galloni) - 97 Points: Describes an exquisite, laser-focused Champagne that beautifully captures the razor-sharp energy of the 1996 vintage; notes slate, white blossoms, and crushed citrus staining the palate with extraordinary precision.
Appellation: AOC Champagne, France
Blend: Approx. 50% Pinot Noir, 50% Chardonnay
Aging: Extended lees ageing
Drinking Window: Now through 2030–2040
CRITIC SCORES
James Suckling - 100 Points: Hails the 1996 Oenothèque as a flawless masterclass in Champagne evolution; praises its striking depth, intense chalky minerality, agile structure, and a palate-coating finish that lingers for minutes.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Antonio Galloni) - 97 Points: Highlights an explosive, deeply layered frame loaded with pastry, lemon oil, smoke, and toasty nuances, anchored by monumental tension, power, and vibrant acidity.
Vinous (Antonio Galloni) - 97 Points: Describes an exquisite, laser-focused Champagne that beautifully captures the razor-sharp energy of the 1996 vintage; notes slate, white blossoms, and crushed citrus staining the palate with extraordinary precision.
