Sort of a junior version of the winery’s pricier vineyard block bruts, this blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir is addictively good. Slightly sweet in honey, it has lime, raspberry and yeast flavors, in a richly textured mousse.——S.H.(12/15/2011)—— 90

This is the best of Laetitia’s current sparklers. It’s the smoothest and finest in texture, with a mouthfeel that’s all silk and satin. The flavors, of raspberries, limes, smoky vanilla and yeast, are similar to the winery’s other bottlings, but the fine smoothness shoots the point score up. Now through 2012.——S.H.(12/31/2008)—— 93

A bit rough and scoury. Offers pleasantly rich waves of vanilla wafer, lime, Meyer lemon, leesy yeast and sweet smoky oak flavor, with a dry, crisply clean finish.——S.H.(12/31/2008)—— 87

The wine shows off rich, toasty aromas up front, followed by lemon and grapefruit notes on the palate. Green apple and herbs line the finish.——J.M.(12/1/2003)—— 87

Bright and fresh, with toasty, ripe aromas and flavors that hint of peach, melon, apple, and citrus. Lemony and clean on the finish, the wine sports tiny bubbles and plenty of finesse.——J.M.(12/1/2001)—— 88