The Somm Journal, 94 points: Salinity streaks through this upright, in fact stately, blend of 50% Pinot Noir, 30% Pinot Meunier, and 20% Chardonnay from an organically and biodynamically farmed estate vineyard spanning the villages of Verneuil and Vandières—all the way from the nose of sourdough toast, yellow and dried apple, Asian pear, and savory spice (including white pepper) to the palate, whose sinuous texture wraps around a backbone of snappy acidity. Apricot and yellow plum temper its mineral edge en route to a long, graceful finish.

 Wine & Spirits, 91 points: In 2010, Lanson purchased 32 acres in Verneuil from Leclerc Briant, which had farmed the parcels under biodynamics since 2002. Lanson has since added ten acres in Verneuil to the property they call Domaine de la Malmaison. The vineyards are organically certified, providing the fruit for Lanson’s new Green Label. This first release is rich and direct, presenting its clean red-cherry flavors with a perfumed, floral lemon note to the acidity. A touch of smoky lees adds toastiness to the finish—a classical aperitif Champagne with an organic pedigree.