Moët & Chandon Nectar Impérial Rosé (1.5L, 12%)

A demi-sec rosé Champagne from Épernay, France, bottled at 12% ABV in a 1.5 litre magnum. Moët & Chandon, founded in 1743, produces it by the traditional méthode champenoise, with riddling and disgorgement, and ages it in underground chalk cellars. The blend uses Pinot Noir (45-55%), Pinot Meunier (35-45%) and Chardonnay (5-10%), with about 10% still red wine added to both Pinot components, and a demi-sec dosage. The aroma opens with ripe strawberry and redcurrant, then yellow peach and strawberry jam, with a faint toasted quality. The palate is lush and generous, with wild strawberry, raspberry, pomegranate, peach, nutmeg and caramel, with creamy mousse. The finish is medium-long, with redcurrant freshness, creamy texture, subtle spice and a trace of fig.