Champagne Collard-Picard Perpetuelle 12 Annees NV

Victor Osei — Solid pick for a special occasion

8/10

My wife got this for my birthday after the guy at our local wine shop recommended it. Really clean and well-balanced, not too fruity, not too dry. At £55 it's not an everyday thing but it feels like proper champagne, not just fizz.

Luna Chavez — Worth every penny

9/10

Bought this for our anniversary dinner and wow, it really delivered. Twelve years on the lees and you can taste it — there's a depth and richness that most champagnes at this price just don't have. The bubbles are fine and the finish just keeps going. Will definitely be buying again.

Wei Zhang — Good but maybe a bit overhyped

7/10

Had this at a friend's dinner party and it was nice enough. Quite complex and interesting on the palate, definitely more serious than your average prosecco. But honestly at £55 I'd probably just grab a Pol Roger instead. Still, no complaints.