COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
1973
GRAPE
Unknown
PRODUCER
Laurent Perrier
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Millésime R from Laurent Perrier is a vintage Champagne from the celebrated 1973 growing season. The 1973 vintage in Champagne was characterized by a hot, dry summer followed by beneficial September rains, leading to high-quality wines. Laurent Perrier, an independent and family-owned Champagne House established in 1812, is known for its commitment to elegance and purity, built on unique winemaking traditions.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 1973 vintage was a 'spectacularly good' year for Champagne.
Fact 02
Laurent Perrier is one of the few remaining independent Champagne houses.
Fact 03
The house was founded in 1812, over two centuries ago.
Fact 04
The de Nonancourt family has maintained majority ownership for generations.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of this vintage Champagne follows the traditional 'méthode champenoise'. Key techniques include the careful blending of grapes from the specific vintage, followed by primary fermentation. A secondary fermentation in the bottle creates the wine's signature effervescence. The wine then undergoes extended aging on its lees, a process that imparts complexity and texture. Laurent Perrier's winemaking philosophy prioritizes elegance and purity, with a commitment to sustainable viticulture.
