Vintage Rosé 2012

The Vintage Rosé 2012 from Veuve Clicquot combines Pinot Noir (51 per cent) from Grand Cru and Premier Cru sites with 34 per cent Chardonnay and 15 per cent Meunier. 11 per cent of the wines were aged in oak, a hallmark of the house's Vintage collection. The result is a rosé with structure and fine spice.

The bouquet opens with white and exotic fruit: passion fruit, fresh pineapple and a hint of pomelo. Toasty notes of toast and brioche follow. On the palate it is balanced, creamy and full-bodied, with freshness, spice and a touch of vanilla and wood. That makes it a fine companion for lobster, smoked eel, abalone or langoustines, and it also works well with dessert. Serve it at 10 to 12 °C in a large white wine glass. It comes in a gift box.