Bereche & Fils Brut Reserve VV NV (Base 2021 Disg Dec 2023)

The NV Brut Reserve (base 2021) is a bit unusual in this release, in that reserve wines account for 45% of the blend because the base year was so challenging. It's an approach that worked out well though, as the finished wine is gorgeous. Pear, apricot, white flowers, spice, mint and almond all grace this nuanced, classy NV Champagne. Floral overtones appear later to lift the finish. Dosage is 5.2 grams per liter. 92 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous.