Ruinart Brut Rosé (75cl, 12.5%)

A Méthode Champenoise rosé Champagne from Maison Ruinart, bottled at 12.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. Founded in 1729 by Nicolas Ruinart, the house created the first commercially sold rosé Champagne in 1764. The blend is 45% Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims, 43% Pinot Noir vinified as white wine and 12% Pinot Noir vinified as still red wine, with approximately 30% reserve wines. The nose opens with wild strawberry and cherry, rose petal and ripe nectarine, with hints of pomegranate, lychee and toasted shortbread. The palate is bright and precise, led by red apple and watermelon, then ripe nectarine and coriander, with refined Chardonnay structure and Pinot Noir roundness. The finish is medium-long and zesty, closing on pink grapefruit and peppermint.