Aged entirely in 600-liter barrels and, for the first time in the history of this cuvée, released without dosage, the 2018 Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Avizoise is nevertheless the most demonstrative vintage wine in Agrapart’s cellar. Crafted from two plots in Avize (Les Robarts and Les Gros Yeux), located just 30 meters from each other and defined by deep, clay-limestone soils, it’s more giving and demonstrative compared to Minéral. Opening in the glass to reveal scents of walnut, pastries and ripe orchard fruit, it is full-bodied, ample and layered with excellent concentration, bright acidity and a long, sapid finish. Les Gros Yeux is one of the plots Agrapart farms with horse, to avoid soil compaction. With Ambroise now in charge of this historic domaine, style remains the same, but he undeniably refines the work. ~ (95) Kristaps Karklins, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 12-19-2024

The 2018 Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs L’Avizoise Grand Cru is sourced from 50+ year-old vines in the Robarts and Gros Yeux lieux-dits. A Champagne of total precision, the Avizoise sizzles with energy and class. My impression is that it is still recovering from both its disgorgement a few months ago and the decision to bottle this with no dosage. There's gorgeous Côtes des Blancs tension and energy. Citrus, floral and light tropical notes build while time in the glass brings out the wine's breadth. Disgorged: May 2024. ~ (95) Antonio Galloni , Vinous 11-1-2024