When the Champagne is Comtes de Champagne, Grand Cru Rosé, 2008 in this case, we can be sure that this is not the classic everyday bubbly. In this case, time represents a magical ingredient. Comtes de Champagne Rosé, in fact, turns out to be so surprisingly complex precisely because of the long period of aging in the cellar. Many years refining until a perfect balance is achieved. Produced only in exceptional years, Comtes de Champagne, Grand Cru Rosé is composed of a blend of 30% Chardonnay and 70% Pinot Noir. All grapes come from villages classified as Grand Cru. Chardonnays, in particular, are harvested in the Côte des Blancs. While the Pinot Noirs come from the Montagne de Reims. Finally, the red wine, used in the assemblage to give the right note of color, is produced in Bouzy. This village, which is home to several Champagne estates, is also located in the Montagne de Reims wine region, and is known for the quality of its Pinot Noir grapes. If its color is unique and inimitable, this Comtes de Champagne, Grand Cru Rosé presents an extremely delicate and persistent effervescence. The nose hints of strawberries, lime and licorice with hints of roasted coffee and cocoa. In the mouth it is fresh, precise and taut. Fruity notes evident, made more intriguing by a delicate saline freshness. It is the Champagne to uncork on great occasions. Excellent with raw seafood and white meat dishes.