Moët et Chandon's Grand Vintage Rosé 2013 is a champagne with delicate, fruity notes, perfect for the aperitif. This cuvée is the 44th vintage in the 270-year history of the House founded in 1743. Each Grand Vintage is unique, interpreted freely and personally by the Maison's Chef de Cave.
2013 was marked by a late vegetative cycle, with budburst on April 27. Spring brought plenty of humidity and prolonged periods of cool weather, favorable for growth. In July and August, temperatures were normal and rainfall low, but hail storms destroyed up to 600 hectares of vineyards. The grape harvest took place from September 28 to October 15 in favorable, dry and relatively mild weather.
Grand Vintage Rosé 2013 is a blend of Pinot Noir (44%), including 14% red wine, Chardonnay (35%) and Meunier (21%). The wine is dosed Extra-Brut at 5 g/L and has benefited from 7 years' cellar aging.
This cuvée has a beautiful light pink color with autumnal orange hues.
Initially, the nose reveals sweet red berry notes of wild strawberry, raspberry and pomegranate, as well as tangy notes of blood orange and star fruit. The bouquet then opens with spicy notes of black pepper, dark chocolate and cinnamon, dried flowers and leather.
On the palate, the attack is fleshy and confirms the greediness of the bouquet, with a sensation of crunchy stone fruits such as plum and cherry. The finish is long, with notes of pink grapefruit and lime zest.
