We were able to get a bit more of the 2004, which is an exceptional bottle from Laurent-Perrier and one of the great grand marque Roses. Now is the time to grab one of these because the next release will likely be over $300 a bottle! We have friendly pricing here on this excellent Rose, which is perfectly ready to enjoy now, don't miss it!
The Cuvee Alexandra from Laurent-Perrier is one of the most underrated Tete de Cuvee Rose Champagnes, and we have the current release from this loved Champagne House. Laurent-Perrier ages the Alexandra for much longer than other houses do for their Rose, and this one spends a minimum of 10 years before release making it one of the few bottles released with significant age and can be enjoyed right off of the release. As Galloni notes below, the Cuvee Alexandra has only been bottled seven times in the history of Laurent Perrier, with 2004 being the best example of this Cuvee so far. Made with all Grand Cru fruit featuring 80% Pinot Noir from Ambonnay, Bouzy, and Verzenay with 20% Chardonnay from Avize, Cramant, and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger.
The 2004 Alexandra is an exquisite Rose with the richness, energy, complexity, and minerality that make for a great Champagne. It is a stunning bottle that drinks at the level of Krug, Dom Perignon, and Tattinger Comtes. It's a magnificent and ready-to-enjoy wine, and we are able to offer it today at this very sharp pricing.
Antonio Galloni 96 points! "The 2004 Grande Cuvée Rosé Alexandra, Laurent-Perrier’s flagship Rosé is a blend of 80% Pinot Noir (on the skins) and 20% Chardonnay vinified together that has only been bottled seven times since 1982. From the very first taste, the 2004 is utterly spectacular. Rich, ample and vertical in feel, the 2004 is dazzling. Dried rose petal, star anise, tobacco, dried flowers, red berry fruit and earthy notes all grace this utterly exquisite Champagne. As good as the 2004 is today – and it is fabulous – it will be even better in another few years’ time. The 2004 has been nothing short of magnificent on both occasions I have tasted it so far. (Drink between 2019 - 2039) Tasted out of Magnum."
Decanter 96 points! "A deep amber colour immediately signals age in this 2004. The nose opens with a top note of bright lemon, bedded in richest creaminess with a lovely notion of white truffle. The palate is super smooth with creamiest foam and still displays immense zestiness, again with an edge of truffle and notes of marmalade. Yet aromatics continue to flicker, like flashes of lemon balm and blood orange on the fresh side, hints of clove and game on the tertiary side. This is evolved yet fresh and serene. No wonder, since the grapes are from grand cru vineyards only, combining the richness of Pinot Noir from Ambonnay, Bouzy and Verzenay and the bright sleekness of Chardonnay from Avize, Cramant and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. A supremely gastronomic wine that is lovely now but will continue to age. (Drink between 2023-2030)"
James Suckling 95 points! "Aromas of peaches and light cherries with rust and hints of grapefruit. Earth and spice undertone. Full-bodied, fruity and spicy. Hints of black pepper. Extremely bright and creamy texture. Delicious and delicate finish. Drink now."
Wine Advocate 95 points! "Disgorged in 2012 after eight years sur lattes, the 2004 Brut Alexandra Grande Cuvée Rosé has really begun to develop some complexity after seven years on cork. Salmon-pink in hue, the wine wafts from the glass with a beautiful bouquet of blood orange, iodine, dried rose petals, aromatic bitters and tangerine. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, pure and racy, with a delicate pinpoint mousse, good concentration at the core and a long, saline finish. Readers who have had the foresight to cellar a few bottles should pop a cork or two, as this rosé is showing brilliantly."
2004 Laurent-Perrier Champagne Grande Cuvée Rosé Alexandra
2004 Laurent-Perrier Champagne Grande Cuvée Rosé Alexandra
We were able to get a bit more of the 2004, which is an exceptional bottle from Laurent-Perrier and one of the great grand marque Roses. Now is the time to grab one of these because the next release will likely be over $300 a bottle! We have friendly pricing here on this excellent Rose, which is perfectly ready to enjoy now, don't miss it!
The Cuvee Alexandra from Laurent-Perrier is one of the most underrated Tete de Cuvee Rose Champagnes, and we have the current release from this loved Champagne House. Laurent-Perrier ages the Alexandra for much longer than other houses do for their Rose, and this one spends a minimum of 10 years before release making it one of the few bottles released with significant age and can be enjoyed right off of the release. As Galloni notes below, the Cuvee Alexandra has only been bottled seven times in the history of Laurent Perrier, with 2004 being the best example of this Cuvee so far. Made with all Grand Cru fruit featuring 80% Pinot Noir from Ambonnay, Bouzy, and Verzenay with 20% Chardonnay from Avize, Cramant, and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger.
The 2004 Alexandra is an exquisite Rose with the richness, energy, complexity, and minerality that make for a great Champagne. It is a stunning bottle that drinks at the level of Krug, Dom Perignon, and Tattinger Comtes. It's a magnificent and ready-to-enjoy wine, and we are able to offer it today at this very sharp pricing.
Antonio Galloni 96 points! "The 2004 Grande Cuvée Rosé Alexandra, Laurent-Perrier’s flagship Rosé is a blend of 80% Pinot Noir (on the skins) and 20% Chardonnay vinified together that has only been bottled seven times since 1982. From the very first taste, the 2004 is utterly spectacular. Rich, ample and vertical in feel, the 2004 is dazzling. Dried rose petal, star anise, tobacco, dried flowers, red berry fruit and earthy notes all grace this utterly exquisite Champagne. As good as the 2004 is today – and it is fabulous – it will be even better in another few years’ time. The 2004 has been nothing short of magnificent on both occasions I have tasted it so far. (Drink between 2019 - 2039) Tasted out of Magnum."
Decanter 96 points! "A deep amber colour immediately signals age in this 2004. The nose opens with a top note of bright lemon, bedded in richest creaminess with a lovely notion of white truffle. The palate is super smooth with creamiest foam and still displays immense zestiness, again with an edge of truffle and notes of marmalade. Yet aromatics continue to flicker, like flashes of lemon balm and blood orange on the fresh side, hints of clove and game on the tertiary side. This is evolved yet fresh and serene. No wonder, since the grapes are from grand cru vineyards only, combining the richness of Pinot Noir from Ambonnay, Bouzy and Verzenay and the bright sleekness of Chardonnay from Avize, Cramant and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. A supremely gastronomic wine that is lovely now but will continue to age. (Drink between 2023-2030)"
James Suckling 95 points! "Aromas of peaches and light cherries with rust and hints of grapefruit. Earth and spice undertone. Full-bodied, fruity and spicy. Hints of black pepper. Extremely bright and creamy texture. Delicious and delicate finish. Drink now."
Wine Advocate 95 points! "Disgorged in 2012 after eight years sur lattes, the 2004 Brut Alexandra Grande Cuvée Rosé has really begun to develop some complexity after seven years on cork. Salmon-pink in hue, the wine wafts from the glass with a beautiful bouquet of blood orange, iodine, dried rose petals, aromatic bitters and tangerine. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, pure and racy, with a delicate pinpoint mousse, good concentration at the core and a long, saline finish. Readers who have had the foresight to cellar a few bottles should pop a cork or two, as this rosé is showing brilliantly."
