moet & chandon rose imperial n.v. 1.5 liter (magnum)

Rose Imperial is a spontaneous, radiant, romantic expression of the Moet & Chandon style, a style distinguished by its bright fruitiness, its seductive palate and its elegant maturity.

BLEND

The assemblage reflects the diversity and complementarity of the three grapes' varietals:

40 to 50% The Intensity of Pinot Noir 
30 to 40% The roundness of Pinot Meunier 

10 to 20% The elegance of Chardonnay 

of which 20 to 30% from specially selected reserve wines to enhance its intensity, subtlety and constancy.

Dosage: 7 g/liter

TASTING NOTES

Pink with amber highlights

A lively, intense bouquet of red fruits (wild strawberry, raspberry, cherry)

Floral nuances of rose

A slight hint of pepper 

CRITICAL ACCLAIM

SJ93, The Somm Journal

"Textbook from the mousse onward, this salmon-hued blend of primarily Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier with a smaller percentage of Chardonnay emits aromas of raspberry and yeastiness that make room for flashes of apricot, almond, and floral notes; the palate, meanwhile, sits in the center of the Venn diagram linking consummate freshness to red-berry fruitiness to elegance, framed by the slightest of tannins.:"

WS91, Wine Spectator

"Crisp acidity defines this well-knit rosé, making a counterpoint to the lightly plush texture of the creamy mousse, with flavors of steeped raspberry, orange peel and pickled ginger showing a hint of smoke on the finish. Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Drink now."

JS91, James Suckling

"Salmon-orange color with aromas of raspberries, strawberries, pomegranates and pink grapefruit. Bright and fruity with creamy bubbles. Lively. Very gently off-dry. Blend of pinot noir, pinot meunier and chardonnay, with red wine from pinot noir and pinot meunier. 21 months on lees. 9g/l dosage. Drink now."

1.5L Bottle (MAGNUM)