Coeur de Cuvée 2017 Vilmart & Cie

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (93)

Disgorged in February 2023 after five years sur lattes, with a dosage of seven grams per liter, Vilmart’s 2017 Coeur de Cuvée is a commendable achievement in what was a challenging vintage. Laurent Champs harvested between the first and eighth of September, narrowly avoiding the rain that plagued many wines of this vintage. Composed of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir from Les Blanches Voies, it reveals aromas of pear, vanilla and pastries mingled with subtle spices. Richer and more demonstrative than the 2016 edition, it showcases a textured palate marked by tangy acidity and chalky undertones, leading to a lingering finish.

Vinous (94)

The 2017 Brut Coeur de Cuvée is fabulous. Although disgorged in February of 2023, two years ago, the 2017 remains very tight. Citrus peel, chalk, mint, slate and white pepper all race across the palate. This is a rare vintage in which Laurent Champs was among the first to pick in Rilly La Montagne, which turned out to be very well chosen. The 2017 offers terrific focus, cut and delineation. Coeur de Cuvée emerges from 60+ year-old vines in Blanches Voies. Give it a few years in bottle. Dosage is 7 grams per liter. Disgorged: February 2024.