Quite simply, the Coeur de Cuvée is one of the great values in world-class wine. It rivals Krugs and Dom Perignons for quality at a fraction of the price.

Vilmart produces its exuberant Champagne with hand-picked organically-grown fruit from its own Premier Cru vineyards. The Coeur de Cuvée comprises 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir from the chalky terroir of Rilly-la-Montagne. During production, a rigorous selection is made of first press juice. The core wine did not go through malolactic fermentation, was fermented and aged for at least ten months in oak barrels, and went through extended aging in bottle.

“Deeper and more autumnal, the 2017 Champagne Premier Cru Coeur De Cuvée Brut comes from 60-year-old vines. It has a shimmering medium golden yellow color and is expressive and ripe on the nose with notes of honey, powder, ripe croissant, baked apples, and honey. Full-bodied, it begins with bitter citrus, mouthwatering saltiness, and persistent savory length. It shows more mature notes and has a fine, zesty mousse. The oak influence appears subtly with notes of toast and savory brine. Drink 2025-2040.”
94 points, Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck, December 2025

“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.”
94 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media, April 2025

“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.”
93 points, Kristaps Karklins, Wine Advocate, May 2025