Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime Champagne 2012

Fiercely selective when it comes to releasing their vintage expressions, the Laurents have only just made this available in New Zealand, and weve jumped at the chance to secure a small parcel. A 50/50 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir off top grand cru and premier cru vineyards, its a soaring testimonial to the undeniably brilliant 2002 vintage. Majestically exuberant, you could drink it right now and it would be absolutely delicious; however, it is still young enough to justify some serious cellar time; wed recommend about eight years actually. Heres a thought: buy two, stash one.