Bruno Paillard Rosé Première Cuvée Champagne (37.5cl)

Bruno Paillard Rosé Première Cuvée is a multi-vintage rosé Champagne, named because it uses only the first pressing. It is built around Pinot Noir, with a touch of Chardonnay for vivacity; the proportion is kept secret. The Pinot Noir is vinified two ways: as a white wine after a quick pressing and fast separation from the skins, and as a red wine through prolonged maceration on the skins. The reserve wines come from a blend of 25 vintages going back to 1985. It spends three years on its lees and at least five further months after disgorgement. The dosage is Extra Brut, under 6g/L.