2004 Dom Ruinart Rose
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Including fully 19% red wine made from Sillery Pinot Noir, the 2004 Dom Ruinart Rosé was disgorged in February 2016 with four grams per liter dosage. Displaying complex aromas of red berries, dried orange rind, potpourri, iodine, toasted nuts and wet chalk, it's medium to full-bodied, broad and textural, with a more multidimensional, vinous profile than its Blanc de Blancs counterpart, with lively acids and a chalky finish.
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Jancis Robinson MW
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A wine of exquisite beauty, the 2004 Dom Ruinart Brut Rosé has the pedigree to drink well for several decades. The 2004 is an especially vinous, textured Rosé. The berry, floral, spice and mineral-drenched flavors are finely sketched in this dramatic, strikingly beautiful Rosé from Ruinart.
The Dom Ruinart Rosé needed more time; 2004 was rather hot and dry without any particular hiccups. An overcast summer and heavy yields raised concerns for a fragile ripening. But a dream September, with 20% more sunshine and 80% less rain, brought healthy grapes and a balanced serenity to the wine, which is famously dominated by Chardonnay. 81% grand cru Chardonnay and 19% red wine for colour and aroma. Rose petal pink with burgeoning subtle hints of copper and gentle bubbles. Complex scents of peach and quince are accompanied by an exotic touch of Asian spices and sandlewood. A welcome touch of noble, ripe tannins makes this a wine for fine food such as feathered game or even scallops. It has a long life ahead of it. Mar 2017, www.decanter.com, Drink: 2018-2027
Fashionable deep salmon pink and only a sluggish but persistent bead. Really very serious umami nose. Lip smacking! Excellent mouth presence and a dry, savoury finish. There is nothing namby pamby about this wine. Long finish, and masses of red fruit flavour on the way there. Excellent acidity. Good stuff! Apr 2017, www.jancisrobinson.com, Drink: 2015-2023