Laurent-Perrier, Grand Siecle No. 27, Tours-Sur-Marne, Champagne - 750ML

99 Points – James Suckling. Laurent-Perrier

Laurent-Perrier’s prestige cuvée celebrates the art of blending, bringing together three complementary vintages rather than expressing a single harvest. Drawn from eight Grand Cru villages in Champagne and aged for ten years on the lees, No. 27 balances the generosity of 2015 with the freshness of 2013 and the finesse of 2012. Laurent-Perrier

Blend: 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir. A multi-vintage assemblage comprising 2015 (65%), 2013 (25%), and 2012 (10%), sourced entirely from Grand Cru vineyards. Laurent-Perrier

Tasting Notes: Honeysuckle and candied lemon lead into fresh almond, hazelnut, and warm pastry. The palate reveals ripe fruit and dried apricot, layered with delicate honeyed notes and toasted nuances. Fine, persistent bubbles carry the flavors through a long, harmonious finish, with citrus freshness and refined minerality providing definition. Laurent-Perrier

Structure: Elegant and layered, balancing supple richness with vibrant acidity, delicate effervescence, and a persistent mineral finish. Laurent-Perrier

Drink Window: Suggested 2026–2040, assuming proper cellaring—a conservative window for enjoying its freshness today and greater complexity with further bottle age. Wine Enthusiast

Decanting: No decanting recommended; allow the wine to unfold gradually in the glass. Serve at 10–12°C in a tulip-shaped wine glass to appreciate its aromatic depth and fine bubbles. Laurent-Perrier

A distinguished choice for a celebratory dinner, a thoughtful gift, or a place in the private cellar, Grand Siècle No. 27 rewards unhurried enjoyment. Consider it alongside butter-poached lobster, seared scallops, or truffled poultry, where its freshness and layered richness can complement the meal without overwhelming it.