“Laurent-Perrier Champagne has unveiled its latest vintage, the Brut Millésimé 2002. Laurent-Perrier rarely declares a vintage, waiting for only exceptional years. Made with 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Noir, the Brut Millésimé 2002 was bottle-aged in its cellars in Tours-sur-Marne for nearly eight years before being disgorged prior to release. Considered the finest year in Champagne since 1996, the 2002 harvest yielded fruity, vivacious Champagnes.”

“…I found a champagne to uncork to celebrate the news (hey, any reason will do). It’s the Laurent-Perrier Champagne Brut Millésimé 2002. Laurent-Perrier rarely declares a vintage, so the 2002 is exceptional in more ways than one. It has tiny bubbles, a luxurious mouthfeel and extraordinary length. An even blend of pinot noir and chardonnay, it was stored in the L-P cellars for 8 years before being disgorged and then released. The cost is about $70. Luxury doesn’t get any more tasty than this.”