Grand Siecle par Laurent-Perrier No 23 Brut NV 1.5L San Filippo Built upon 20-year-old Pommard vines

Built upon 20-year-old Pommard vines

Gorgeous perfumes of flowers and dark fruit with orange peel

000 Maravedíes

The long focused finish of tropical citrus and lime shines through in this great vintage

and this heavenly beauty is as good as it gets

Grand Siecle par Laurent-Perrier No 23 Brut NV 1.5L San Filippo Built upon 20-year-old Pommard vinesDried lemons, salted almonds, oyster shells, croissants, iodine, baked apples, spices and some ginger notes. White pepper, too. Vibrant and fresh, with a distinct saline edge. I like the subtle spice character. So much subtle power and tension. 58% chardonnay and 42% pinot noir, from 2006, 2004 and 2002. 14 years on the lees, three or four more than the normal bottle release. Only available in magnum. Drink or hold. 99 Pts James Suckling