Laurent-Perrier — Grand Siècle by Laurent-Perrier Iteration N°26 James Suckling Wine of the Year 2023 — MV／Iteration 26 — 750ml

Three exceptional years are selected for their unique character and their ability to guide the blend toward the expression of the perfect year.

A majority of Chardonnay complemented by Pinot Noir from a maximum of 11 Grands Crus out of the 319 Crus in the Champagne region.

Aged for 10 years on the lees for the bottle format and a few more years for the magnum format.

ASSEMBLAGE OF YEARS
2012 (65%) 2008 (25%) 2007 (10%)

Grape varieties
Chardonnay 58%, Pinot Noir 42%

Ageing
10 years ageing on lees

Eye
A white gold colour with delicate and persistent bubbles.

Nose
A very complex nose which mixes honeysuckle, lemon, clementine and fresh butter aromas, followed by notes of hazelnut and a touch of honey.

Palate
The attack in the mouth is very delicate and fresh with candied lemon and fresh hazelnut aromas. The palate is silky and mineral with notes of honeysuckle, flaked almonds and clementine.

Wine/food pairings
Noble meat
Noble fish
Shellfish
Truffle