Grand Siecle Iteration N°20
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While spectacular upon release, this prestige cuvee possesses immense aging potential and is best enjoyed between 10 to 25 years from its initial disgorgement, continuing to gain complexity and depth over time.
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Seared sea scallops, roasted turbot with butter sauce, or aged Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
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Laurent-Perrier's Grand Siecle represents the pinnacle of the house's blending philosophy, conceived in 1959 by the legendary Bernard de Nonancourt. Rather than relying on a single vintage, Grand Siecle seeks to recreate the 'perfect year' by blending three exceptional, complementary vintages. Iteration No. 20 is a masterclass in this art, uniting the stellar vintages of 1999, 1997, and 1996. Named in honor of the 'Great Century' of King Louis XIV—the era when Champagne first graced the royal courts of France—this prestige cuvee is crafted from a selection of 11 of the region's most prestigious Grand Crus, blending approximately 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir. Aged for over a decade on its lees in the house's chalk cellars, this golden-hued Champagne delivers an extraordinary sensory journey, marrying mature notes of toasted brioche, honey, and roasted almonds with a vibrant, mineral-driven freshness.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1812 in the grand cru village of Tours-sur-Marne, Champagne, Laurent-Perrier is one of the world's most esteemed, family-controlled Champagne houses. Under the visionary leadership of Bernard de Nonancourt, who took the helm in 1948, the house pioneered a signature style defined by freshness, elegance, and purity, heavily emphasizing the Chardonnay grape. Laurent-Perrier is celebrated for its groundbreaking innovations, including the creation of the multi-vintage prestige cuvée Grand Siècle, the pioneering zero-dosage Ultra Brut, and the iconic, maceration-crafted Cuvée Rosé. Today, the house continues to champion sustainable viticulture and traditional craftsmanship, producing a diverse portfolio of world-class sparkling wines that epitomize French art de vivre.