PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Maison Ruinart was founded in 1729 by Nicolas Ruinart, which makes it the world’s oldest established Champagne house, and it’s also credited with the very first rosé Champagne ever created. Its Brut Rosé is the modern expression of that heritage: elegant, Chardonnay-driven, mineral, and pink as a flamingo, and it’s one of the most recognized rosé Champagnes in the world.
The blend is 55% Pinot Noir, of which 18 to 19% is vinified as red wine to give the color and depth of red fruit, and 45% Chardonnay for freshness and finesse, drawn from 100% Premier Cru vineyards in the Montagne de Reims and the Côte des Blancs. Another 20 to 25% is reserve wine from the last two years, and the Champagne spends about three years on its lees before release, with a dosage of 8 g/L. It’s 12.5% ABV.
The winemaker’s notes: “First impressions reveal intense aromas of tropical fruit such as pomegranate, lychee and guava, complemented by floral essences of damask rose and freshly picked red berries. Secondary aromas include hints of warm spices such as tonka bean and nutmeg. On the palate, this cuvée’s fresh character is combined with a refined structure and delicate roundness. The elegant finish provides notes of peppermint and pink grapefruit.” The color is a “pomegranate-colored” pink with orange reflections, and the mousse is very fine and persistent.
Critics have rated it consistently in the 90s. The Tasting Panel scored it 96, Wine Spectator 93 to 94, James Suckling 93, Decanter 92, Wine & Spirits 92, and the Wine Advocate and Wine Independent 91 each. Wine Spectator (November 2024): “Sleek and minerally, this is satiny on the palate, with racy drive to the flavors of macerated raspberry, pomegranate puree, almond financier and pickled ginger. A zesty hint of blood orange granita lingers on the finish.” Decanter: “A deep coral colour, this is fresh and youthful, with rounded wild red berry fruit, and hint of rose. With some time in the glass, it develops deeper, complex, more exotic notes, leading to a long and lively finish.” Wine & Spirits: “Fragrant with raspberry and hibiscus, this is a vibrant rosé. Light pink in color, the wine has touches of sweetness that don’t get in the way of its powerful personality.” (The scores are for the standard 750ml bottle; the magnum holds the same wine.)
The 1.5-liter magnum holds two bottles’ worth, about ten glasses, and Champagne in large formats ages more slowly and keeps its freshness longer, which many people find makes it taste better than the same wine in a standard bottle. It’s a natural for a party, a wedding, a holiday table, a brunch, or a gift, and the color is beautiful in the glass. Serve it at 8-10°C in a white wine glass, with smoked salmon, sushi, charcuterie, seafood, and berry desserts.
Ruinart Brut Rosé is produced by Champagne Ruinart in Reims, Champagne, France (founded 1729), a blend of 55% Pinot Noir (18-19% vinified as red wine) and 45% Chardonnay from 100% Premier Cru vineyards in the Montagne de Reims and the Côte des Blancs, with 20-25% reserve wines. About three years on the lees. Dosage 8 g/L. 12.5% ABV. Presented in a 1500ml magnum, equal to two standard bottles.
Scores are for the 750ml bottle; the magnum holds the same wine.
The Tasting Panel — 96 Points
Wine Spectator — 94 Points:
“Sleek and minerally, this is satiny on the palate, with racy drive to the flavors of macerated raspberry, pomegranate puree, almond financier and pickled ginger. A zesty hint of blood orange granita lingers on the finish.” (November 2024)
James Suckling — 93 Points
Decanter — 92 Points:
“A blend of 55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay, and featuring around 25% reserve wines, this is 100% premier cru fruit from the Montagne de Reims and Côte des Blancs. A deep coral colour, this is fresh and youthful, with rounded wild red berry fruit, and hint of rose.”
Wine & Spirits — 92 Points:
“Fragrant with raspberry and hibiscus, this is a vibrant rosé. Light pink in color, the wine has touches of sweetness that don’t get in the way of its powerful personality.”
Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate — 91 Points · The Wine Independent — 91 Points · Wine Enthusiast — 91 Points · Jancis Robinson — 16/20
Ruinart (winemaker’s notes):
“First impressions reveal intense aromas of tropical fruit such as pomegranate, lychee and guava, complemented by floral essences of damask rosé and freshly picked red berries. Secondary aromas include hints of warm spices such as tonka bean and nutmeg.”
Nose
Pomegranate-pink with orange reflections. Red berries, pomegranate, lychee, guava, and damask rose, with tonka bean and nutmeg.
Palate
Fresh and refined, with macerated raspberry, pomegranate, almond, pickled ginger, and ripe nectarine, with a fine, persistent mousse and delicate roundness.
Finish
Elegant and long, with peppermint, pink grapefruit, and blood orange.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Style | Non-Vintage Brut Rosé Champagne |
| Blend | 55% Pinot Noir (18–19% vinified red) · 45% Chardonnay |
| Sourcing | 100% Premier Cru, Montagne de Reims and Côte des Blancs |
| Reserve Wines | 20–25% (last two years) |
| Aging | About 3 years on lees |
| Dosage | 8 g/L |
| Producer | Champagne Ruinart — Reims (founded 1729) |
| ABV | 12.5% |
| Critics | Tasting Panel 96 · Wine Spectator 93–94 · James Suckling 93 · Decanter 92 · Wine & Spirits 92 · Wine Advocate 91 |
| Serving Temperature | 8–10°C |
| Style / Identity | A fresh, mineral, Chardonnay-driven rosé Champagne from the oldest house |
| Aromas & Flavors | Raspberry, pomegranate, rose, blood orange, pink grapefruit, almond |
| Bottle Size | 1500ml (Magnum) |
Serve at about 8-10°C in a white wine glass rather than a flute.
Bottle Size: All bottles are 750ML/700ML unless otherwise noted.
21 and Over: Adult Signature Required
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