Cuvée Royale Brut Rosé

This rosé from Joseph Perrier is a champagne with a vinous core and fresh fruit. 75% Pinot Noir forms the backbone, coming from the family plot "Le Chèvre" in Cumières. In total, 15 crus go into the cuvée. After 3 to 4 years of ageing it takes its place at the table as a powerful, distinguished companion. The name Cuvée Royale goes back to the house's supply to the English crown.

On the nose, orange peel and red apples meet wild violets and liquorice. The palate is finely drawn, and a light touch of menthol flashes through the finish. Serve it at 8 to 10 °C in a wide white wine glass, which shows fruit and body together. It suits a summer aperitif, white meat, lightly cooked salmon with pink peppercorns, Langres cheese and desserts with little sugar. It comes in a gift box.