2004 Laurent-Perrier Grand (Siècle) Cuvée Alexandra Rosé
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Tasting notes
A deep amber colour immediately signals age in this 2004. The nose opens with a top note of bright lemon, bedded in richest creaminess with a lovely notion of white truffle. The palate is super smooth with creamiest foam and still displays immense zestiness, again with an edge of truffle and notes of marmalade. Yet aromatics continue to flicker, like flashes of lemon balm and blood orange on the fresh side, hints of clove and game on the tertiary side. This is evolved yet fresh and serene. No wonder, since the grapes are from grand cru vineyards only, combining the richness of Pinot Noir from Ambonnay, Bouzy and Verzenay and the bright sleekness of Chardonnay from Avize, Cramant and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. A supremely gastronomic wine that is lovely now but will continue to age.
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James Suckling
William Kelley, Wine Advocate
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Aromas of peaches and light cherries with rust and hints of grapefruit. Earth and spice undertone. Full-bodied, fruity and spicy. Hints of black pepper. Extremely bright and creamy texture. Delicious and delicate finish. Drink now.
Tasted from magnum, the 2004 Grande Cuvée Rosé Alexandra, Laurent-Perrier's flagship Rosé is a blend of 80% Pinot Noir (on the skins) and 20% Chardonnay vinified together that has only been bottled seven times since 1982. From the very first taste, the 2004 is utterly spectacular. Rich, ample and vertical in feel, the 2004 is dazzling. Dried rose petal, star anise, tobacco, dried flowers, red berry fruit and earthy notes all grace this utterly exquisite Champagne. As good as the 2004 is today and it is fabulous it will be even better in another few years' time. The 2004 has been nothing short of magnificent on both occasions I have tasted it so far.
Disgorged in 2012 after eight years sur lattes, the 2004 Brut Alexandra Grande Cuvée Rosé has really begun to develop some complexity after seven years on cork. Salmon-pink in hue, the wine wafts from the glass with a beautiful bouquet of blood orange, iodine, dried rose petals, aromatic bitters and tangerine. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, pure and racy, with a delicate pinpoint mousse, good concentration at the core and a long, saline finish. Readers who have had the foresight to cellar a few bottles should pop a cork or two, as this rosé is showing brilliantly.
About the producer
Laurent-Perrier is one of the wine world’s most recognisable brands, most famous for its rosé Champagne and distinct bell-shaped bottle. Grand Siècle is Laurent Perrier's Non-Vintage Deluxe Cuvée is a blend of a number of exceptional vintages.