Herbert Beaufort
Herbert Beaufort works the chalky slopes of Bouzy, a Grand Cru village in Champagne's Montagne de Reims. The house builds its wines around Pinot Noir, the dark-skinned grape that thrives in this cool, mineral-rich terroir. The Carte d'Or Tradition Brut showcases pure Pinot Noir from the vineyard, delivering the structure and depth the variety is known for in this region. The Blanc de Noirs, a blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, emphasizes the richness that comes from fermenting dark grapes without their skins. The Tailor Champagne rounds out the portfolio with a Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend, balancing power with the finesse Chardonnay brings. Wine Spectator has rated these releases, with the Carte d'Or Tradition earning particular recognition among the house's offerings.
Critics
Wine Spectator