Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Rose 2012
Size
- 750ml, bottle
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Tasting Notes
Nose
The initial aromas are sweet, tinged with a mixture of wild strawberries, raspberries and pomegranate seeds. It then develops a touch of freshness with hints of blood orange and star fruit. Black pepper, dark chocolate, cinnamon, dried flowers and new leather round off the bouquet.
Palate
The fleshy attack on the palate confirms the wine’s voluptuous character. The chiselled structure of the Pinot Noir is accompanied by the sensation of crisp stone fruit, such as plums and cherries.
Finish
The texture is finely powdered and a delicate astringency underscores the long finish, with flashes of pink grapefruit and lime zest.
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Product Details
| Product Type | Champagne & Sparkling Wine |
| Varietal | Champagne |
| ABV | 12.5% |
| Country | France |
| Awards | Graphite and spice notes lace the creamed white cherry and strawberry fruit flavors of this firm and finely meshed rose. Lacy in texture, with a minerally underpinning and accents of herb and anise on the lasting finish. Disgorged February 2018. Drink now through 2029..December/2019 Vinous 91 points - Like the Blanc, the 2012 Grand Vintage Rose is tightly wound and reticent. Bright red cherry, cranberry, rose petal, cedar, flowers, mint and crushed rocks are all laced together in this finely sculpted Champagne. Cellar the 2012 for at least a few years, as it is nowhere near ready to drink. The blend is 42% Pinot Noir (of which 13% is still red Pinot), 35% Chardonnay and 23% Meunier. |
Tasting Notes
Nose
The initial aromas are sweet, tinged with a mixture of wild strawberries, raspberries and pomegranate seeds. It then develops a touch of freshness with hints of blood orange and star fruit. Black pepper, dark chocolate, cinnamon, dried flowers and new leather round off the bouquet.
Palate
The fleshy attack on the palate confirms the wine’s voluptuous character. The chiselled structure of the Pinot Noir is accompanied by the sensation of crisp stone fruit, such as plums and cherries.
Finish
The texture is finely powdered and a delicate astringency underscores the long finish, with flashes of pink grapefruit and lime zest.
