In the great tradition of prestige rosés, the Dom Ruinart Rosé 2007 Magnum asserts itself as a centerpiece for hedonistic tables and discerning collectors. This singular vintage, harvested from late August 2007, captures the energy of an atypical growing season and transforms it into an expression of purity and brightness. The magnum format ensures a slow evolution and enhanced balance, ideal for haute cuisine meals and shared moments. Aged for at least 10 years on the lees, this Champagne AOC marries the chalky breath of the Chardonnay Grands Crus with the depth of a Pinot Noir vinified as red whose bright fruit sharpens the structure. Dosaged at 5 g/L, it unfolds with aristocratic poise, without heaviness, and appeals to those seeking a vintage rosé of great style—precise, gastronomic and unforgettable as a gift thanks to its wooden gift box.

Blend and vinification

This Dom Ruinart Rosé 2007 is composed of approximately 80% Chardonnay Grands Crus from the Côte des Blancs (Avize, Chouilly, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger) and the Montagne de Reims (Sillery, Verzenay), completed by 20% Pinot Noir vinified as red from the Grand Cru of Aÿ. Hand-harvesting ensures careful berry selection, then stainless steel tank fermentation preserves aromatic freshness. Malolactic fermentation refines the texture and mellows the natural acidity for a harmonious mouthfeel. Lees ageing lasted for at least 10 years, imparting complex nuances and an exceptionally fine effervescence. The dosage of 5 g/L highlights the wine's upright character without masking its fruity sap. At 12.5% vol., this champagne—containing sulfites—offers a couture interpretation of terroir rosé.

Tasting notes

• Appearance: Coppery pink, luminous, animated by a mesh of extremely fine bubbles that lightly caress the glass with measured elegance.
• Nose: Lively and chiselled, it pairs toasty notes of coffee and cocoa with candied apple and a basket of ripe citrus where mandarin, blood orange and kumquat stand out.
• Palate: A frank, upright attack, slender texture, then a core of damson and hibiscus flower. Energetic length, a clear and fresh finish that signs the house style.

Serving temperature and advice

Serve this Dom Ruinart Rosé 2007 between 10 and 12°C to reveal the finesse of its effervescence and the complexity of its bouquet. Open the bottle a few minutes before service to allow the toasty and fruity nuances to unfurl. The magnum format favours harmonious ageing, with a potential of 7 to 9 years depending on storage conditions. Prefer tulip-shaped wine glasses to enhance the aromatic profile. Store away from light, at a constant temperature and horizontally. The 2007 vintage, harvested early, offers a particular energy that is fully expressed within this serving window.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs: gilthead bream tartare with citrus, dried tuna ham, briny bites.
• Starters: tuna tataki, langoustine carpaccio, sea bass ceviche.
• Main courses: firm-fleshed grilled fish, roasted white meats, free-range herb-roasted poultry.
• Cheeses: aged tomme, young comté, chalky sheep’s cheese with nutty notes.
• Desserts: thin blood orange tart, citrus shortbread with praline, with an elegant hint of bitterness.

Occasions

The magnum gives this cuvée centrepiece status, ideal for punctuating solemn moments and spells of pure shared joy.

• To stage a one-off event with panache and restraint.
• At a gastronomic dinner calling for a highly precise rosé.
• As an exceptional gift thanks to the wooden gift box and the eloquence of the format.

Details

• Name: Dom Ruinart Rosé 2007 Magnum
• Appellation: Champagne AOC
• Type: Vintage rosé
• Vintage: 2007
• Grapes: Chardonnay 80% (Grands Crus Avize, Chouilly, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger, Sillery, Verzenay), Pinot Noir vinified as red 20% (Grand Cru of Aÿ)
• Alcohol: 12.5%
• Vinification: hand-harvested, stainless steel tank fermentation, malolactic fermentation
• Aging: minimum 10 years on the lees
• Dosage: 5 g/L
• Volume: 150 cl (magnum)
• Cellaring: 7 to 9 years
• Serving temperature: 10–12°C