Lots of strawberry and lemon aromas with some stone undertones, following through to a full body with a dense, layered palate with medium bubbles that give the wine form and tension. Very vinous and intense. Comes across dry and structured. Drinkable now, but better in a year or two.
95 points, James Suckling (Mar 2021)
The 2008 Champagne Cuvée Alain Thienot is based on 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir and has the highest dosage in the lineup, getting 6.4 grams per liter. As with all these releases from Thienot, it saw 100% malolactic fermentation (although I'm not sure of the élevage). Light gold-hued, with lots of white flowers, chalky minerality, grilled toast, and assorted citrus and stone fruits, it hits the palate with a beautifully layered, elegant texture, bright yet nicely balanced acidity, and a great finish. This is another rich yet vibrant beauty that has a good 10-15 years of prime drinking ahead of it.
94 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Mar 2021)
Now properly mature, this ripe wine has great toastiness as well as a tight texture and minerality. Dominated by Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs, the blend is taut, with beautiful acidity and elegance. Drink now.
94 points, Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast (Oct 2021)
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