Barons de Rothschild Rare Collection Blanc de Blancs 2012 - 75cl

Barons de Rothschild Rare Collection Blanc de Blancs 2012 75cl is the ultra-premium, limited-production vintage Blanc de Blancs from Champagne Barons de Rothschild, founded in 2003 by the Rothschild family to showcase elite Côte des Blancs terroir. Sourced exclusively from 100% Grand Cru Chardonnay vineyards in Avize, Cramant, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, and Oger, this rare cuvée (just 18,500 bottles produced) embodies the house's Chardonnay-focused elegance. The challenging yet ultimately triumphant 2012 vintage—marked by spring frosts/hail reducing yields, followed by warm August/September ripening—delivered concentrated, mature fruit with exceptional balance. After 8 years on lees and disgorgement in Spring 2021 at an extra-brut 4 g/l dosage, it offers profound maturity and finesse. The nose is honeyed and caramelized with broad baked fruit, roasted almonds, mocha, vanilla, citrus zest, and chalky minerality; the palate is ample, rich yet vertical and fresh, with citrus energy, toasty complexity, nutty depth, and a long, persistent finish of strong yeasty notes and harmonious weight. A luxury cuvée of remarkable length, chalk-driven purity, and evolving grandeur—drink now through 2032+ for peak expression. Ideal with refined dishes like seafood, white truffle, or aged cheeses.