Philipponnat's remarkable history began in 1522 with Apvril le Philipponnat acquiring vines in the Champagne region. Over time the family became both winegrowers and merchants and eventually formed a namesake Champagne House, founded by Auguste and Pierre Philipponnat in 1910. In 1935 the famed Clos des Goisses vineyard was acquired and its use was adopted in a Solera system for non-vintage blends. Philipponnat focuses on high quality Pinot Noir and makes a range of vintage and non-vintage wines.
The new wines I tasted were really good. One of the wines was sent to me and another was bought. I really enjoy the NV Philipponnat 'Reserve Perpetuelle' Brut Champagne (OB, 92) which is rich and bold with a soft mouthfeel. Learn more about this famed house at https://www.philipponnat.com and here are my reviews of the new Philipponnat wines.
NV Philipponnat 'Reserve Perpetuelle' Brut Champagne- The really good NV Philipponnat 'Reserve Perpetuelle' Brut Champagne combines mainly Pinot Noir (67%) with a smaller part Chardonnay and a touch of Pinot Meunier. This is big and round on the mouth, drinking marvelously now with its refined mousse. Marzipan and gingerbread notes combine with hints of brioche and lemon rind on the palate. Enjoy now. Drink 2025-2031- 92
NV Philipponat 'Royal Rose' Brut Rose Champagne- Disgorged in March 2023, the NV Philipponat 'Royal Rose' Brut Rose Champagne is a beautiful wine, offering bright guava, starfruit and cranberry fruits from mainly Pinot Noir grapes. Delicate and showing good salty nuance, with a soft mousse, enjoy this beautiful wine now and over the next few years. Drink 2025-2031- 92