Laurent Perrier
Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Blending of vintage and reserve wines before ageing in the cellar; disgorgement without dosage and further resting for a few months in the cellar before release; maturation of the Chardonnay in stainless steel tanks. |
- Grape variety and style: 100% Chardonnay, Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature with no added sugars
- Aromatic profile: mineral and citrus notes, dry and balanced taste, lemony finish
- Production: Traditional Method, blend of vintage and reserve, matured in stainless steel
- Pairings: ideal with white fish, shellfish, scallops, salt-baked sea bass and fresh cheeses
- Awards: ratings of 92 from Decanter, 94 from James Suckling and 93 from Robert Parker
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature by Laurent Perrier is a rigorous expression that enhances the purity of Chardonnay. Crafted using the Traditional Method, this sparkling wine stands out for its lack of dosage, offering a taut and linear profile. In the glass, it reveals a pale gold colour, enlivened by a fine and lively effervescence that introduces citrus aromas and clear mineral notes. On the palate, it is balanced and sustained, finishing with a fresh lemony finish. An essential drink, ideal for accompanying light starters, shellfish and white fish.
Where it comes from
This wine reflects the renowned Champagne region in France. The grapes are carefully selected from the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims, including the villages of Avize, Cramant and Tours-sur-Marne. The use of grapes grown in Grand Cru classified vineyards ensures raw materials of the highest quality. In this context, Laurent Perrier operates with a focus that results in a distinct mineral character and clear aromatic clarity. Every sip delivers territorial consistency and a precise citrus development.
How it is produced
The process follows the Traditional Method to ensure expressive purity. The process uses a careful blend of wines aged in stainless steel tanks to preserve the freshness of the Chardonnay. Ageing continues in the cellar until disgorgement without dosage, creating a Brut Nature with no added sugars and great balance on the palate. A further period of bottle ageing is then essential to harmonise the perlage and precisely define the final profile.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1812 in Tours-sur-Marne, Maison Laurent-Perrier has made Chardonnay the absolute star of its noble creations. A pioneer of zero dosage since 1981, the winery produces a sublime Champagne Brut Nature made from grapes sourced from the prestigious Grand Cru vineyards of the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims. The skilful blending of vintage wines and precious reserves defines this fascinating classic method pas dosé. The complete absence of added sugars and meticulous ageing reveal an absolute purity, sealed by a long period of rest in the cellar.
Awards
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92/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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94/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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93/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
08 - 10 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1812
- Oenologist: Michel Fauconnet
This is how Domaine Laurent-Perrier was anchored in Tours-sur-Marne. This picturesque village is ideally situated at the crossroads of the three main wine-growing areas of the Marne département: the Montagne de Reims, the Vallée de la Marne and the Côte des Blancs. It is also one of the 17 Champagne villages classified in the prestigious 'Grand Cru' area. Read more
| Name | Laurent Perrier Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine pas dosé |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Laurent Perrier |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1812 in Tours-sur-Marne, Maison Laurent-Perrier has made Chardonnay the absolute star of its noble creations. A pioneer of zero dosage since 1981, the winery produces a sublime Champagne Brut Nature made from grapes sourced from the prestigious Grand Cru vineyards of the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims. The skilful blending of vintage wines and precious reserves defines this fascinating classic method pas dosé. The complete absence of added sugars and meticulous ageing reveal an absolute purity, sealed by a long period of rest in the cellar. |
| Origin | Côte des Blancs (Avize, Cramant, Oiry, Chouilly) and Montagne de Reims (Tours-sur-Marne, Villers-Marmery, Rilly-la-Montagne) |
| Production technique | Traditional classic method (pas dosé): blending of vintage wines and reserve wines before cellar ageing; ageing in the cellar, disgorgement without dosage and further resting in the cellar before release; Chardonnay matured in stainless steel tanks. |
| Wine making | Traditional classic method (pas dosé): blending of vintage wines and reserve wines before ageing in the cellar; cellar ageing, disgorgement without dosage and further resting in the cellar before release; Chardonnay matured in stainless steel tanks. |
| Aging | Blending of vintage and reserve wines before ageing in the cellar; disgorgement without dosage and further resting for a few months in the cellar before release; maturation of the Chardonnay in stainless steel tanks. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |