Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle No 26

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siècle Itération No. 26 is a masterfully crafted prestige cuvée, designed to achieve the kind of balance and complexity that even great single vintages rarely reach. Blending three exceptional harvests—2012, 2008 and 2007—this cuvée represents the pinnacle of Laurent-Perrier’s philosophy: not the best year, but the ideal year recreated. Rooted in centuries of Champagne know-how, Grand Siècle has become one of the region’s most respected multi-vintage expressions, prized by collectors and serious Champagne lovers alike.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Grand Siècle No. 26 shows a luminous, pale golden colour with fine, persistent bubbles that form a delicate, creamy mousse. The nose is immediately inviting and layered, opening with ripe stone fruits—necatrine and peach—alongside sun-kissed citrus, fresh-baked brioche, buttered toast and nougat. Subtle notes of white flowers and clear, delicate honey add an elegant floral and gourmand dimension. On the palate, this cuvée is medium to full-bodied, with a generous, fleshy mid-palate and a deep, broad-shouldered core of fruit. Ripe orchard and citrus fruits are wrapped in vibrant, fresh acidity, while the mousse is refined and precise, giving the wine both lift and poise. The autolytic notes—brioche, pastry and toasted nuts—are beautifully integrated, leading into a long, harmonious finish with a touch of honeyed richness. Disgorged in February 2023 with a dosage of 7 g/L, Grand Siècle No. 26 is already remarkably complete, but has the structure and energy to evolve gracefully for at least 10–15 years in a good cellar, gaining further complexity and creaminess over time.

Production
Grand Siècle No. 26 is sourced from a selection of top Grand Cru vineyards in Champagne, primarily from the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims, where chalk-rich soils contribute finesse, tension and minerality to the fruit. The blend traditionally focuses on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from these privileged sites, harvested by hand to ensure only the healthiest, ripest grapes are selected. Laurent-Perrier vinifies the different crus and vintages separately, allowing a precise assembly of 2012, 2008 and 2007—three outstanding years chosen for their complementary characters of freshness, structure and maturity. Extended aging on the lees in the cellar builds texture, complexity and that characteristic brioche and pastry profile, before disgorgement in February 2023 and a carefully judged brut dosage of 7 g/L to balance tension and richness.

Food & Serving
This is a gastronomic Champagne that shines at the table. Pair it with refined dishes such as lobster with butter and citrus, scallops in a light cream or beurre blanc sauce, turbot or sole, roasted poultry with morel mushrooms, or veal in delicate jus. It also complements aged Comté, Parmesan or other hard cheeses wonderfully. Serve well-chilled but not ice-cold, ideally at 10–12°C (50–54°F), to allow the full aromatic range to express itself. A gentle decant into a chilled carafe, or simply pouring into large, tulip-shaped wine glasses and giving it a few minutes in the glass, can help the wine open up and reveal its many layers.

Producer
Founded in 1812 in Tours-sur-Marne, Laurent-Perrier has grown into one of Champagne’s most esteemed Grandes Marques, celebrated for its fresh, elegant house style and pioneering work with Chardonnay-dominant blends. Over the decades, the estate has played a significant role in shaping modern Champagne, championing purity, finesse and long lees aging. Grand Siècle is Laurent-Perrier’s flagship prestige cuvée and a key reference for multi-vintage Champagne at the highest level, consistently earning top scores from international critics and a strong presence on the lists of Michelin-starred restaurants worldwide.

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