Grand Siecle Iteration N°26
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed from its release through 2040 and beyond, as its exceptional structure and fresh acidity allow it to develop magnificent tertiary complexity over decades.
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Pan-seared sea scallops, roasted guinea fowl, and aged Comté cheese.
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Conceived in 1959 by the visionary Bernard de Nonancourt, Laurent-Perrier's Grand Siècle represents a revolutionary approach to prestige Champagne. Rather than showcasing a single vintage, it blends three exceptional years to recreate the 'perfect year' of balance, complexity, and structure. Named in honor of the 17th-century golden age of Louis XIV, Iteration N°26 is a masterclass in assembly, blending the legendary 2012, 2008, and 2004 vintages. Sourced exclusively from 11 of Champagne's most prestigious Grand Cru villages—including Cramant, Avize, and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger for Chardonnay, and Ambonnay, Bouzy, and Mailly for Pinot Noir—the wine undergoes more than a decade of cellar aging on its lees. This meticulous process yields a Champagne of breathtaking depth, marrying fresh citrus, white flowers, and toasted brioche with a vibrant, chalky minerality.
🍾 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.