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The Origins and Development of Laurent Perrier Champagne

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  In the year 1812, the village of Tours-sur-Marne witnessed the founding of Laurent Perrier, one of Champagne's most renowned houses. The focus on Chardonnay in all but the rosé wines distinguishes its house style, which is renowned for its finesse and elegance. A movement started by one man, Bernard de Nonancourt, who since 1950 has produced champagnes based on freshness, elegance, and sophistication. Laurent-Perrier is known for its innovative spirit that has led the way in Champagne beyond its sense of fashion. Currently, the winery is managed by the Laurent-Perrier group, which also owns other prestigious homes such as Salon and Delamotte. The Laurent Perrier Group exports its wines to more than 120 countries. Laurent Perrier Champagne Rose Another great champagne made by Laurent-Perrier is Laurent Perrier Champagne Rose . This is a non-classical multi-variety rosé of unparalleled depth and complexity. From an exclusive winemaking technique to an inimitable bottle, rose Champa

Why Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvee Is So ‘Special’?

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  The name of Bollinger's iconic champagne, with its English spelling, summarizes its entire history. It was Georges Bollinger's British agent who, in 1911, christened it "Spécial Cuvée", because he found that the phrase "non-classical brutality" was inappropriate for such delicate champagne. More than a century later, the name of the champagne that symbolizes Bollinger's know-how still summarizes its entire history. This impresses on the label and in the mind what the taste buds already know: this Special Cuvée is special. It affirms the House's know-how and ability to reinvent year after year with consistency in style and quality.  Special Cuvée is made up of over 85% Grands and Premiers Crus from three main Champagne varieties: 60% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay, and 15% Meunier. It is aged in the cellar for twice as long as the appellation regulations suggest. It is moderately dosed between 7 and 8 grams per liter. At Oval Fine Wines, you can get the