Description
History
Laurent Perrier is a maison founded in 1812 by André Michel Pierlot, while the name derives from the descendant Mathilde Emilie Nonancourt. The company’s expansion dates back to the second post-war period and is due to Bernard de Nonancourt, who, by increasing its production, reached 147 countries around the world. The vineyards of the Maison are grafted onto the best plots of Bouzy, Amonnay and Tours sur Marne, where the Crus of Montagne de Reims and Cote des Blancs expand. Each of the vineyards suitable for the production of Champagne has been cultivated with respect for tradition and the harvested grapes are vinified separately, thus from every single characteristic of the terroir. To conclude, the Maison Laurent Perrier has become a symbol of elegance, finesse, quality and has managed to export “The French art of living” to all parts of the world, however the fame of the Maison is due to the majestic Champagne product.
Grapes used
Chardonnay 58%
Pinot Noir 42%
Production method
Produced for the first time in 1959, and the name takes its cue from the 17th century, also called the “Grand Siècle”, a century in which the arts began to expand and good food began to be appreciated. the “Grand Siècle 23” is the result of the selection of 11 Grand Crus. It is produced according to the so-called champenoise method or classic method, a method in which the wine undergoes two different fermentations: the first, the alcoholic one (which it shares with the rest of the wines) takes place in vats for fermentation; the second instead takes place directly in the bottle and ensures that during this second procedure, thanks to the particular yeasts, the wine also develops carbon dioxide (which will then give life to the famous bubbles when uncorked), followed by a rest on the lees for about 14 years .
Alcohol content
12.5%
Tasting notes
At sight the product has a straw yellow color with golden reflections. The perlage is fine and persistent. The nose is very decisive, aromas of candied citrus fruits, toasted hazelnuts, custard and saffron prevail. In the mouth it is silky, fresh and elegant, the finish is long and pleasant.
Possible combinations
Perfect for celebrating special occasions, perfect in combination with molluscs, crustaceans and also with scallops, a must-try in a sashimi-based dinner.
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