Laurent Perrier Grand Siecle No 27 Sun King

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siècle Iteration No. 27 is a non-vintage Brut Champagne blending three Grand Cru vintages at 12% ABV in a 750ml bottle. Awarded a perfect 100 points by James Suckling, this 27th iteration marries the warmth of 2015 with the tension of 2013 and the completeness of 2012, spending roughly ten years on the lees before its January 2025 disgorgement. The name “Grand Siècle” — Great Century — pays homage to the era of Louis XIV, the Sun King, whose pursuit of harmony and perfection at Versailles mirrors Laurent-Perrier’s own multi-vintage blending philosophy.Quick Facts: ABV: 12%  |  Origin: Champagne, France  |  NV Brut (2015/2013/2012)  |  House: Laurent-Perrier (est. 1812)Production & HeritageFounded in 1812 and headquartered in Tours-sur-Marne, Laurent-Perrier is one of the last major family-influenced Champagne houses. Grand Siècle is built on a radical premise: rather than declaring single vintages for its prestige cuvée, the house blends three declared vintage years to construct what it considers the ideal expression of Champagne. Iteration No. 27 draws 65% from 2015 — the hottest harvest on record at the time — balanced by 25% from the cooler, later-ripening 2013 and 10% from the benchmark 2012 vintage. The blend is 60% Chardonnay from Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger, Avize, and Cramant and 40% Pinot Noir from Tours-sur-Marne, Ambonnay, Bouzy, and Verzy — eight Grand Cru villages in total. All fermentation and aging takes place in stainless steel; no oak is used. Dosage is set at 7 g/L, and the wine rests on its lees for approximately nine to ten years before disgorgement.Tasting NotesAroma: Honeysuckle and candied lemon lead, followed by hazelnut, fresh almond, and a subtle pastry-like richness. Deeper investigation reveals wet stone, a thread of smokiness, ripe apricot, and a whisper of lavender.Taste: The mousse enters pillowy and fine, delivering key lime and lemon meringue across a silky mid-palate. Green apple and dried apricot emerge as the wine opens up, underscored by a salty mineral spice and candied citrus. Despite a full-bodied impression, the texture turns almost weightless — a hallmark of extended lees aging at this level.Finish: Exceptionally long and harmonious, lingering with refined minerality and a gentle hazelnut echo. The wine continues to evolve and shift for minutes after each sip, suggesting considerable aging potential ahead.How to Drink Grand Siècle No. 27This Champagne rewards patient, attentive service: pour into a large white-wine glass rather than a narrow flute to let its aromatic complexity unfold, and serve at 50–54°F. No ice — the wine’s architecture depends on its temperature arc as it warms slightly in the glass.
Champagne Cocktail (classic): A sugar cube and Angostura bitters let the wine’s citrus and brioche layers project without overwhelming them.
French 75: The high proportion of Chardonnay and fine mousse give the gin-and-lemon framework a creamy, mineral backbone.
Kir Royale: A restrained measure of crème de cassis plays beautifully against No. 27’s candied lemon and hazelnut aromas.
Best For
Celebrating a milestone anniversary, promotion, or once-in-a-lifetime occasion
Gifting a serious Champagne collector who already owns single-vintage prestige cuvées
Anchoring a multi-course tasting dinner as the aperitif or fish-course pairing
Building a cellar — this iteration’s structure and acidity suggest rewarding long-term aging
Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat does Grand Siècle No. 27 taste like? It delivers honeysuckle, candied lemon, and hazelnut on the nose, followed by key lime, lemon meringue, green apple, and salty mineral spice on the palate, finishing with exceptional length and refined minerality.How does Grand Siècle No. 27 compare to Dom Pérignon? Both are prestige cuvées from major Champagne houses, but Grand Siècle deliberately blends three declared vintage years rather than releasing a single vintage, aiming to construct the “perfect year” through assemblage. Dom Pérignon is a single-vintage wine that expresses the character of one harvest, while No. 27’s tri-vintage structure tends toward greater textural complexity and a more even, balanced profile across warm and cool years.Is Grand Siècle No. 27 good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — its ten years on the lees, fine mousse, and layered aromatics make it one of the most rewarding neat-sipping Champagnes available, best served in a wide-bowled glass at cellar temperature.Where is Grand Siècle No. 27 made? It is produced by Champagne Laurent-Perrier, headquartered in Tours-sur-Marne in the heart of Champagne, France. The grapes are sourced exclusively from eight Grand Cru villages across the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims.What foods pair well with Grand Siècle No. 27? Lightly seared scallops complement its citrus and mineral profile; aged Comté or Gruyère echoes its hazelnut notes; lobster bisque mirrors its creamy texture; smoked salmon plays off its subtle smokiness; and tarte Tatin bridges the wine’s pastry and apple character.What sizes does Grand Siècle No. 27 come in? The standard release is a 750ml bottle; availability of other formats such as magnums may vary by market.Is Grand Siècle No. 27 worth the price? Grand Siècle positions squarely in the ultra-premium prestige cuvée tier alongside Dom Pérignon, Krug, and Cristal, and a perfect 100-point score from James Suckling along with 97 points from Wine Enthusiast place it among the most critically acclaimed Champagnes of its release cycle — strong justification for collectors and serious enthusiasts.Why Grand Siècle No. 27?A perfect 100-point rating from James Suckling places this iteration among a vanishingly small group of Champagnes to reach that threshold. The tri-vintage blending philosophy — using the heat of 2015, the cool restraint of 2013, and the balanced completeness of 2012 — is a production approach no other major prestige cuvée attempts at this level. Nearly a decade on the lees before its January 2025 disgorgement gives the wine a brioche-laced complexity and a mousse so fine it approaches weightlessness. For anyone seeking a Champagne that represents the pinnacle of assemblage rather than the snapshot of a single year, Iteration No. 27 is a defining statement.