Laurent Perrier
Champagne Brut Millesime 2018
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Aged for 8 years on the lees |
- Vintage and style: 2018 Vintage Brut Traditional Method, 12% vol
- Grand Cru blend: 52% Chardonnay, 48% Pinot Noir from Côte des Blancs and Reims
- Ageing on the lees: 8 years in the cellar for complexity and a creamy texture
- Aromatic profile: citrus and white fruit, beeswax, pastry and toasted notes
- Pairings and serving: shellfish, fine fish, white meats; 10–12°C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Champagne Brut Laurent-Perrier is a blend created from the union of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, sourced from a rigorous selection of Grand Cru vineyards. Crafted according to the Traditional Method, this wine appears in the glass with a bright pale gold colour and a fine, persistent perlage. On the nose, it weaves together pronounced aromas of citrus and white-fleshed fruit with delicate hints of beeswax and fine pastry. On the palate, it offers a creamy and elegant texture, supported by a constant mineral drive that leads to a clean and pleasantly savoury finish.
Where it comes from
The identity of this wine is deeply linked to the finest areas of the Champagne region, where the grapes are grown exclusively in villages classified as Grand Cru. The Chardonnay originates from the renowned vineyards of the Côte des Blancs, while the Pinot Noir grows on the slopes of the Montagne de Reims. The predominance of chalky soils in these areas imparts a distinct mineral character and marked precision to the grapes. The distinctive character of the Marne territories translates into vibrant freshness and a broad texture, capable of maintaining balance and elegance over time.
How it is produced
The production process follows the strict criteria of the Traditional Method, beginning with the separate vinification of the grapes and the subsequent creation of the blend. The prise de mousse takes place through secondary fermentation in the bottle, followed by a long ageing on the lees for eight years in the cellars of Tours-sur-Marne. This slow maturation encourages autolysis, giving aromatic depth and a silky tactile profile, balanced by a perfectly calibrated Brut dosage. The complex bouquet, with notes of honey and candied citrus, makes it ideal to pair with shellfish, fine fish, white meats and mature cheeses.
History and Curiosities
A true rarity from the renowned Maison founded in 1812, this prestigious vintage Champagne is produced only in years of exceptional quality. The 2018 edition, the result of a perfect summer that yielded extraordinary grapes, combines in equal parts the finest Grands Crus of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, selected from the same outstanding vineyards destined for the iconic Grand Siècle. A meticulous eight-year maturation on the lees in the historic cellars of Tours-sur-Marne imparts the wine with unrivalled elegance and depth, as confirmed by the 95 points awarded by James Suckling.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
08 - 10 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 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 Brut 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Laurent Perrier |
| Story | History and Curiosities A true rarity from the renowned Maison founded in 1812, this prestigious vintage Champagne is produced only in years of exceptional quality. The 2018 edition, the result of a perfect summer that yielded extraordinary grapes, combines in equal parts the finest Grands Crus of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, selected from the same outstanding vineyards destined for the iconic Grand Siècle. A meticulous eight-year maturation on the lees in the historic cellars of Tours-sur-Marne imparts the wine with unrivalled elegance and depth, as confirmed by the 95 points awarded by James Suckling. |
| Origin | Côte des Blancs (Chouilly, Cramant, Avize, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger, Oiry) and Montagne de Reims (Aÿ, Tours-sur-Marne, Verzy, Verzenay, Louvois, Bouzy, Ambonnay, Tauxières), Champagne |
| Soil composition | Belemnite chalk (chalky soils) |
| Harvest | Mid-September |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Produced using the traditional method (classic method), with initial vinification and blending of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, followed by a long maturation in the cellar for about 8 years on the lees to encourage autolysis. |
| Aging | Aged for 8 years on the lees |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |