Doyard Cuvee Vendemiaire 1er Cru Brut Blanc De Blancs Champagne: Bubbles of Distinction

Thomas Weber — Expected more for the money

5/10

Got this as a birthday present for myself after reading good things about Doyard. The green apple and hazelnut on the finish were nice and the bubbles are very fine, but the mid-palate felt a bit samey to me. Not bad at all, just thought a Premier Cru would wow me more than it did.

Adaobi Eze — Lovely bottle for a special night

7/10

Bought this for our anniversary dinner and it went down really well. You get this gorgeous biscuity, baked apple thing on the nose and the bubbles are super fine and creamy. At nearly £58 it's not an everyday buy but for a celebration it felt worth it.

Victor Osei — Solid champagne, nothing crazy

6/10

The wine shop guy recommended this as a good Côte des Blancs champagne and he wasn't wrong. It's got that chalky minerality thing going on and the finish is long with a nice toasty hazelnut note. Good but not sure I'd rush to buy it again at this price.