A 1996 that seems to have tamed its acidity, this well-integrated version offers graphite, lemon, hazelnut and brioche aromas and flavors. Well-balanced and lacy, yet showing the energy of the vintage, with a lovely, pastrylike finish. Drink now through 2025 Wine Spectator 2007.
Grand Vintage Rose 2000 is an impassioned wine of a deliberate intensity. Notes of deep red fruit will appear suddenly, irresistibly. Underscored by a lively, ardent structure, resulting in a delightfully powerful presence in the mouth. A wine that happily asserts its elegant structure, its spectacular solidity, and it's sunny personality
A blend of 45% Premier cru Chardonnay and 55% Premier cru Pinot Noir of which 18% is still wine fermented in oak. Ruinart developed the first rose which was followed by Laurent-Perrier. Aromas of sweet ripe red berry fruits-raspberries, strawberries and glace` cherries.The chardonnay component gives a creamy edge and there is an added smoky richness and roundness from the barrel fermented still wine addition. It is not sweet but this was designed and will appeal to the ladies.
