A Champagne that came from a selection of wine that was regarded as so exceptional, so unexpected (as the name suggests) that it was bottled separately. It is an impressive wine, rich, now mature with a strong touch of toast. It is ready to drink. Cellar Selection. [Drink through early 2030s.] Score - 96. (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, Sept. 1, 2023)

45% Chardonnay, 55% Pinot Noir. Aromas of smoke and raspberry cede to a delightful mousse on the palate, with brisk acidity propelling complex notes of pear, melon and brioche. Well-judged, elegant and impressively long, this never wavers in its elegance. Score - 97. (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2020)