Champagne Pol Roger - Brut Vintage 2013
94/100
Robert Parker
“Magnificently radiant”
"Pol Roger's 2013 Brut Vintage is a beautifully crafted and crisp wine that purists will find utterly delightful. It opens in the glass with aromas of citrus zest, white flowers, ground chalk, and notes of fresh yeast; it is medium- to full-bodied, racy, and precise, with a well-concentrated core, lively acidity, and an elegant mousse. Following the rich and muscular 2012 vintage, the 2013 offers quite a contrast. I’m not sure we’ll see this style again for a while, so readers with classic palates will want to stock up—advice I’ll be following myself.” (Wine Advocate - William Kelley)
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Eye
A pale gold color with silvery highlights. Fine bubbles, with a lively and elegant stream.
Nose
Refined and subtle, with a fresh character. A complex bouquet of almond, cashew, and candied seeds, harmoniously balanced by youthful, light notes blending mineral and floral undertones. Intense aromas of toast and pastries emerge after aeration.
Palate
A clean, fresh, and tangy attack that unfolds with roundness and suppleness. Aromas of white flowers are highlighted by a lovely tension on the finish. A creamy texture with hints of pastry and toasted notes, followed by an exquisite salinity on the finish.
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink before
2030+
Food and wine pairings
Serve with a chicken stuffed with foie gras, capon with morels, or chicken breast…
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2024 guide) 5*Stars (Exceptional producers, those representing the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)
About the estate:
This mid-sized house, founded in 1849 by Pol Roger, is still owned by the founding family and is currently led by Laurent d’Harcourt. As the official supplier to the Queen of England, its connection with the neighboring kingdom goes far beyond mere commercial ties, as Sir Winston Churchill also appreciated Pol Roger’s wines and made them his favorite brand. It flourished in the last century thanks to top-tier vintages that are indisputably among the elite of champagnes, such as the 1928, which has achieved cult status. The house is fortunate to own a 90-hectare vineyard that covers 65% of its needs; it has deliberately limited its production to 1.5 million bottles annually and maintains an impressive stock of 9 million bottles aging in the cellars—a reserve virtually unmatched today.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2025 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
This Épernay-based champagne house shipped its first bottles to England shortly after its founding by the young Pol Roger in 1849. It quickly gained fame throughout the kingdom and forged close ties with British champagne enthusiasts; Winston Churchill was notably vocal about his preference for Pol Roger champagne. The business, which has remained family-owned, is supported by a 92-hectare vineyard. On the board of directors, Hubert de Billy represents the fifth generation of the family; Laurent d'Harcourt, chairman of the board, succeeded Patrice Noyelle in 2013. Upon his retirement in 2018, cellar master Dominique Petit handed over his position to Damien Cambres, former director of the Goutte d'Or cooperative in Vertus.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
5-Star Rated Estate (Outstanding Production)
About the estate:
A favorite of Sir Winston Churchill, Pol Roger was founded in 1849. Its approximately 89 hectares of estate-owned vineyards are spread across the terroirs of the Marne Valley, the Montagne de Reims, and the Côte des Blancs. Initially characterized by Pinot Noir, the wines now draw more on the elegance of Chardonnay. With a stock of 8 million bottles currently aging—equivalent to 4 to 5 years of sales—Pol Roger ranks among the "smallest" of the great Champagne houses! Its management remains strictly family-run.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2020 guide) 94/100 (An outstanding wine)
Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
Pol Roger's 2013 Brut Vintage is a beautifully crafted and crisp wine that purists will thoroughly enjoy. It opens in the glass with aromas of citrus zest, white flowers, crushed chalk, and notes of fresh yeast; it is medium to full-bodied, racy, and precise, with a well-concentrated core, lively acidity, and an elegant mousse. Following the rich and muscular 2012 vintage, the 2013 offers a striking contrast. I’m not sure we’ll see this style again for a while, so readers with classic palates will want to stock up—advice I’ll be following myself.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2024 guide) 3*Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience)
About the estate:
Pol Roger is a true icon of Champagne, renowned for the precision, richness, and consistency of its portfolio. The vineyards are located primarily on the slopes of Épernay, in the Côte des Blancs, as well as in Mareuil and Ambonnay—all terroirs known for their high quality and consistency. The three grape varieties are present in equal thirds, as in the purchases (a balance reflected in the cuvées); malolactic fermentation is systematic (which adds roundness); racking is done cold (for aromatic intensity). Pol Roger is the last house of its size to manually riddled its 1.6 million bottles annually on racking racks in its 7.5 km of cellars in Spaarnac. The cuvées differ based on the aging of reserve wines, as well as the origin of the crus. Pol Roger has recaptured the style and richness of the wines that made its reputation in the 1960s, with cuvées such as Sir Winston Churchill (only ten vintages produced in thirty years) or the vintage Blanc de Blancs, the epitome of distinguished champagnes that age remarkably well. Damien Cambres has replaced Dominique Petit as cellar master.
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