2006 Moet Chandon Grand Vintage Rose

Champagne Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

WA 94 WS 93 JJB 92 WE 91
WA 94

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, March 2016

Moët’s 40th vintage Rosé, the salmon-colored 2006 Grand Vintage Rosé Brut, assembles 47% Pinot Noir (of which 23% is red wine), 33% Chardonnay and 20% Meunier; it opens with a deep, complex, precise, fresh, elegant and...
WS 93

Wine Spectator, September 2015

Creamy and detailed in texture, this finely meshed Champagne features a firm backbone of acidity and rich minerality. Disgorged November 2013. Drink now through 2026. — A.N.
JJB 92

, May 2017

Light rose color in the glass. Aromas of candied orange and wildflower burst from the glass, supported by notes of ginger, brioche and baking spice. Elegant and broad on the palate, the red fruit and floral notes are...
WE 91

Wine Enthusiast, December 2015

The wine is mature both in its orange-pink color and toasty flavors. It has fresh acidity, although that is less important than the almond and spice secondary flavors. Ripe and full in the mouth, this is a rich rosé with...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type
Sparkling
Varietal
Champagne Blend
Country
France
Region
Champagne
Vintage
2006
Size
750ML
Percent alcohol
12.5%
Closure
Cork

The 2006 Moet Chandon Grand Vintage Rosé is a distinguished Champagne blend originating from the renowned region of Champagne, France. Known for its delicate rose color and complex profile, this wine highlights the expertise of the Moet Chandon house. Crafted from a blend of 47% Pinot Noir, 33% Chardonnay, and 20% Meunier, it showcases a refined balance and intricate flavors.

Wine Spectator's reviewer A.N. awarded this rosé a commendable score of 93, noting its "creamy and detailed texture" with a "firm backbone of acidity and rich minerality." The wine was disgorged in November 2013 and is suggested for consumption through 2026, highlighting its aging potential.

Wine Enthusiast scored the wine at 91, appreciating its maturity evident in both its "orange-pink color and toasty flavors." The review describes it as "ripe and full in the mouth," with almond and spice flavors taking precedence over its fresh acidity. The wine finishes with a "soft, ready-to-drink aftertaste."

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate provided a glowing review, scoring the rosé at 94. Stephan Reinhardt emphasized its "deep, complex, precise, fresh, elegant and well-focused bouquet," featuring notes of red berries, nougat, and plums. On the palate, it's described as "full-bodied, rich, intense and powerful," with a structure that marries "elegance and persistent finish." Reinhardt praised its purity and complexity, noting its grip, tension, finesse, and freshness.

Alex Shaw of JJ Buckley offered a score of 92, highlighting its "aromas of candied orange and wildflower" with undertones of "ginger, brioche, and baking spice." Shaw remarked on its elegance and broad palate, with red fruit and floral notes complemented by a "core of bright acidity." The wine is described as rich and best enjoyed within 3-5 years.

Overall, the 2006 Moet Chandon Grand Vintage Rosé is a rich, full-bodied Champagne with notable complexity and an elegant finish, earning high praise from esteemed critics.