Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Champagne is an iconic rosé Champagne made from 100% Pinot Noir, showcasing the distinctive character of the grape through Laurent-Perrier's traditional maceration method. Created in 1968, Cuvée Rosé has become one of the Maison's signature Champagnes and is recognised for its intense red-fruit expression, freshness and elegance. The 75cl bottle is a versatile choice for celebrations, entertaining, gifting or enjoying with food.
The defining feature of Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Champagne is its maceration process. Carefully selected Pinot Noir grapes are destemmed and macerated with their skins for 48 to 72 hours, allowing colour and aromatic character to develop naturally. Laurent-Perrier states that the wine is sourced from around ten Crus in the Montagne de Reims, with ageing of five years contributing to its developed yet fresh character. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
In the glass, Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Champagne develops an elegant colour that naturally evolves from raspberry hues towards salmon tones. The nose is particularly expressive, with fresh raspberry, redcurrant, strawberry and black cherry aromas. On the palate, the wine has a fresh, lively attack followed by a supple and rounded texture, creating the impression of freshly picked red berries. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Its combination of aromatic richness and freshness makes Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Champagne suitable both as an aperitif and alongside food. Laurent-Perrier recommends pairings including marinated fish and shellfish, charcuterie, spicy cuisine and red-fruit desserts. The Champagne can therefore move comfortably from a celebratory toast to a more considered dining occasion. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
For serving, chill the bottle before opening and serve the Champagne chilled. Its vibrant red-fruit character makes it particularly appealing for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, romantic occasions and other celebrations where an elegant rosé Champagne is called for.
Item Details
| Brand | Laurent-Perrier |
|---|---|
| Product | Cuvée Rosé Champagne |
| Wine Type | Rosé Champagne |
| Style | Non-Vintage Rosé Champagne |
| Country of Origin | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Grape Variety | 100% Pinot Noir |
| Production Method | Rosé Champagne made using Pinot Noir maceration |
| Maceration Period | 48–72 hours, depending on the harvest |
| Crus | Around 10 Crus from the Montagne de Reims |
| Ageing | 5 years |
| Alcohol Content | 12% ABV |
| Bottle Size | 75cl |
| Colour | Raspberry hues evolving naturally towards salmon tones |
| Key Aromas | Raspberry, redcurrant, strawberry and black cherry |
| Serving Suggestion | Serve chilled |
| Food Pairing | Marinated fish and shellfish, charcuterie, spicy cuisine and red-fruit desserts |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
Frequently Asked Questions
Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé is made from 100% Pinot Noir. The grapes are selected from Crus in the Montagne de Reims and undergo maceration to develop the wine's colour and distinctive red-fruit aromas. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Unlike a blended rosé Champagne, Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé is produced using Pinot Noir maceration. The grapes are destemmed and macerated with their skins for 48–72 hours, allowing colour and aromatic character to be extracted before fermentation. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Its freshness and expressive red-fruit character work well with marinated fish and shellfish, charcuterie, spicy cuisine and red-fruit desserts. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}