Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée Brut is a non-vintage Champagne crafted predominantly from Chardonnay grapes, a true "blanc de blancs" style, highlighting elegance and finesse in the glass. Produced using the traditional method (méthode traditionnelle), the wine undergoes secondary fermentation in bottle, followed by extended ageing on the lees, contributing to its characteristic creamy texture and complexity. Non-vintage Champagnes such as this are carefully blended from several harvests to ensure a consistent house style, balancing freshness and maturity.
The Champagne region in north-eastern France is renowned for its cool continental climate, which has a defining impact on grape ripening, preserving acidity and delicacy in the wines. Chalky soils dominate, particularly in the Côte des Blancs, where Chardonnay thrives, delivering wines with precision, minerality and heightened aromatic lift. The region’s deep history as the birthplace of sparkling wine brings centuries of savoir-faire, with prestigious houses like Laurent-Perrier upholding rigorous vineyard practices and blending expertise to create wines of outstanding quality and expression.
When pairing Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée Brut, its lively bead and pure citrus, apple, and white flower notes lend themselves beautifully to delicate starters such as oysters, scallop carpaccio or ceviche. The wine’s freshness and fine mousse also make it a perfect companion for sushi, sashimi and other refined seafood dishes. If you wish to follow a more regional pairing, consider gougères (cheese puffs) or freshly shucked shellfish for an authentic Champagne experience. The crisp structure and elegant profile cut through the richness of soft cheeses or light poultry dishes as well.
For an optimal tasting experience, serve Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée Brut well chilled, ideally between 8-10°C. Use slender flute glasses to enhance the bubbles and focus the aromatics. Allow the wine a few moments in the glass to release its bouquet and savour its lingering, mineral-inflected finish.
