Laurent-Perrier was founded in 1812 by André Michel but it was his cellar master Eugene Laurent, who ran it with his wife, Mathilde Emilie Perrier. After Eugene's death in 1887, Mathilde combined the 2 names and Laurent-Perrier was born.

Post First World War I, Laurent-Perrier was very successful producing around 50,000 cases of Champagne unfortunately when war broke out the business was hit hard.

Mathilde hired Alexander Fletcher Keith Mackenzie to introduce and market Laurent-Perrier in the UK.

In 1925 Mathilde died leaving the company to her daughter Eugenie.

With another war looking likely Eugenie sold the company in 1939 to Mary-Louise Lanson de Nonancourt

In 1948 it was Mary-Louise's son Bernard who took over the reigns becoming Laurent-Perrier's Chairman and Chief Executive, he remained and important part of the business until his death in 2010.

Laurent-Perrier is one of the few Champagne house which are still family owned. Bernard's two daughters now oversee the running of the business, carrying on the work that Bernard did to produce one of the best Champagne brands.

Laurent-Perrier is very selective and only produces vintages in the very finest years. It is the 27th vintage to be declared by the house since 1949.

By comparison there have been 51 general vintage declarations in Champagne during this period up to 2009.

This vintage is distinguished by its light yellow aspect and delicate beading, a subtle aroma with hints of fresh pineapple, dried apricots and almonds.

Rounded on the palate, with a marked balance between freshness and intensity. Perfect with seafood, especially citrus crab salad.