Dom Ruinart Rose 1998 Champagne 75cl (Damaged Label)

Produced only in exceptional vintages, Dom Ruinart Rosé is one of Champagne's most elegant and ageworthy rosé Champagnes. A blend dominated by Grand Cru Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs, complemented by Pinot Noir - including a proportion vinified as still red wine - it perfectly captures the refined, Chardonnay led style for which Ruinart has been renowned since 1729. The excellent 1998 vintage has matured gracefully over more than two decades, developing remarkable complexity while retaining the freshness and finesse that define this iconic cuvée.

"Orange-pink. Pungent aromas of dried red berries, orange zest and buttered toast, with a suave floral overtone. The palate offers smoky, expansive strawberry and candied citrus fruit flavors, plus suggestions of rose pastille, brioche and iodine. Finishes smoky, spicy and very long, with excellent clarity and an echo of juicy red berries."  Josh Raynolds, Vinous.com, Nov 2013