Grand SiècleRecreating
the perfect year
Grand SiècleRecreating
the perfect year
- 3 exceptional years chosen for their complementarity among the rare Laurent‑Perrier vintages.
- 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.
- 3 exceptional years chosen for their complementarity among the rare Laurent‑Perrier vintages.
- 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.
Recreating the perfect year
The origin of the name
Grand Siècle Iteration N°26
Assemblage of vintage years
2012 (65 %), 2008 (25 %), 2007 (10 %)
2012: winter and spring frosts had an impact on yields, which were rather moderate. The dry, sunny summer produced wines of great finesse with elegant and balanced Chardonnays and Pinots Noirs with red fruit aromas.
2008: the cool, sunny summer produced complex, well-structured wines for an outstanding vintage with high quality Chardonnays and Pinots Noirs revealing exceptional aromatic richness.
2007: a warm spring, the effects of which were mitigated by a mixed summer, revealing straightforward wines with a beautiful freshness that will keep over time, with Chardonnays having complex aromas of white and citrus fruits and Pinots Noirs with aromas of yellow fruits.
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8 Grands Crus
58 % Chardonnay from Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger, Cramant, Avize.
42 % Pinot Noir from Tours-sur-Marne, Ambonnay, Bouzy, Verzy. -
Ageing
10 years ageing on lees for 75cl. bottles.
SENSORY CHARACTERISTICS
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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.
Grand Siècle Iteration N°26 awards
100/100
Wine/food pairings
- Noble meat
- Noble fish
- Shellfish
- Truffle
The perfect pairing by Christian Le Squer ***
Grand Siècle Iteration N°23
Assemblage of vintage years
2006 (65 %), 2004 (20 %), 2002 (15 %)
2006: a hot July followed by a cool, wet August brought finesse and elegance to the wines. The Chardonnays reveal notes of white fruit, citrus and white flowers and the Pinots Noirs, notes of red fruit and cherry.
2004: despite a mixed summer, September’s warmth and dryness produced well-structured wines with good length, with Chardonnays showing notes of citrus and acacia flowers and fruity Pinots Noirs.
2002: the harvest took place in September with sunny weather for ideal ripening of the grapes. The wines are fresh, elegant and complex. The Chardonnays have notes of white fruit and the Pinots Noirs, red fruit aromas.
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11 Grands Crus
• 58% Chardonnay from Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Cramant, Avize, Chouilly, Oger.
• 42% Pinot Noir from Bouzy, Ambonnay, Verzy, Verzenay, Tours-sur-Marne, Mailly. -
Ageing
14 years ageing on lees for 150cl. magnums.
SENSORY CHARACTERISTICS
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Eye
Intense pale yellow colour with highlights evoking the freshness of spring. -
Nose
An intense nose with mixed aromas of candied citrus fruit, honey, summer flowers and a few toasted notes. -
Palate
The soft attack on the palate coats it with the sensation of silkiness. The finish has the freshness of candied citrus fruit bringing with it length and tension.
Grand Siècle Iteration N°23 awards
Wine/food pairings
- Noble meat
- Noble fish
- Shellfish
- Truffle
The perfect pairing by Christian Le Squer ***
Grand Siècle Les Réserves Iteration N°20
Assemblage of vintage years
1999 (60%), 1997 (20%), 1996 (20%)
1999: a hot, stormy summer and a rainy September reveal a fine and elegant vintage. The Chardonnays unveil floral notes and the Pinots Noirs are fruity.
1997: a very dry July and a very hot August followed a cool and rainy month of June. The diversity of the climate produced wines combining structure, maturity, freshness and balance.
1996: a cool spring followed by alternating dry and wet periods during the summer produced balanced wines with a freshness that promises exceptional ageing potential.
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8 Grands Crus
54% Chardonnay from: Avize, Cramant, Oger, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger.
46% Pinot Noir from: Ambonnay, Bouzy, Tours-sur-Marne, Mailly. -
Ageing
More than 20 years ageing on lees for 150 cl magnums
SENSORY CHARACTERISTICS
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Eye
Intense and deeply coloured, dominated by gold and platinum shades. Very delicate bubbles bring exceptional finesse and lightness. -
Nose
A complex nose bringing together the three families of aromas - primary, secondary and tertiary - with hints of candied lemon, toasted notes, a light scent of cappuccino and roasted coffee. After a few minutes, spicy, pastry notes appear highlighting the aromatic richness. -
Palate
Very silky structure that is almost creamy. The sense of freshness is maintained creating length and breadth weaving together the multi-layered flavours on the palate.
Wine/food pairings
- Noble meat
- Noble fish
- Shellfish
- Truffle