Uncover the Hidden Gem of the Wine World: Laurent Perrier Brut 1812 – Elegance in a Bottle
Champagne Laurent Perrier Brut 1812 is the ubiquitous bottle that gives the impression that they are made by umpa lumpa like an assembly line, and this slightly sticky and glossy sensation risks clouding the judgment on its actual qualities. However, a wine that sells well is not always an insipid wine.
In actuality, it is a very basic, creamy, and straight Champagne, intended to pleasure rather than to stimulate the pupils, but merely to relieve thirst. Let’s say there’s some acidity and sapidity, but they’re not extremely sharp.
How it is produced?
This 1821-founded maison is recognized for its fresh and thin wines; unsurprisingly, the production and procurement of grapes favor Chardonnay. The winery sits a few meters from the Marne river, south of the Reims mountain. The grapes originate from their own vineyards as well as a big army of farmers in the three major areas: the Côte des Blancs, Reims’ Mountain, and Vallée de la Marne.
The proportions of the mix are traditional: 55% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, and 10% Pinot Meunier. The reserve wines added to the cuvée range from 15-30% and span hundreds of vintages. It is ready for sale after four years on the lees.
The great effort needed to develop the appropriate formula and to duplicate the style on a consistent basis highlights the significance of this wine, which is deservedly regarded as one of the most docile and pleasant in the whole Champagne area.
Organoleptic characteristics
The color is lemon yellow. Classic bouquet of sea aromas that blend with other buttery and creamy flavors to conclude with chalk and lemon. The yeasts labored tirelessly to create a sensuous and opulent frame characterized by sweet and sugary tones reminiscent of lime tart.
On the palate, it is wide, dry, and penetrating, with a good balance of rock and lemon. Expect sidereal depth rather than the duality of lemonade with ginger and sugared almonds. It broadens with richness and a lovely and measured iodine extension, rather than in depth. Everything is precisely calculated.
The nutty aromas of hazelnut, the gustatory thickness of the plaster interwoven with more tropical fruity sensations, each component has been measured, weighed, and constructed as if they were lego bricks. However, this has little effect on the wine’s quality, which is discrete, mild, but not captivating. You can’t go wrong with sly and smug.
Price
The calibrated price is 37 euros and we can’t complain.
