Appropriately named as only twelve vintages of Rare Champagne have been created in the last 4 decades: 1976, 1979, 1985, 1988, 1990, 1998, 1999, 2002, 2006, 2008 and Rare Rosé Millésime 2007 and 2008

The 2008 Vintage!

True to the Rare Champagne signature, Rare Millésime 2008 holds unlimited potential for growth, youth and complexity. Rare Millésime 2008 imparts the fervour of an infinite spring

ON THE NOSE: INFINITELY FLORAL AND MINERAL
The initial nose shines by the pure vivacity of this vintage. As Rare Millésime 2008 gradually warms in the glass, a vast range of orange blossom, hyacinth and white flowers is released. This leads to the delicacy of vanilla blossoms, a touch of fresh coconut, aromas of just ripe Williams pear and fresh almond, enhanced by notes of tangerine and blackcurrant buds. The second nose reveals the saline minerality, abundant and refined, an iodine-smoky harmony and a touch of liquorice.

ON THE PALATE: SPRINGLIKE AND PRECISE
On the palate the crispy, precise attack is followed by exuberant aromas of fresh pineapple, freshly cut and crisp, passion fruit, kiwi and coconut, nuanced with tangy citrus notes. These combine with plush spring-like flavours with unparalleled length. The finish, with remarkable saline and iodine notes, perpetuates the journey into an endless spring.

AWARDS:

• BEST WINE OF THE WORLD COMPETITION 2021 – BEST CHAMPAGNE OF THE WORLD

• GAULT & MILLAU 2021 - 18/20 WINE SPECTATOR 2020 - 97 POINTS

• WINE ENTHUSIAST 2020 - 96 POINTS / CELLAR SELECTION

• INTERNATIONAL WINE CHALLENGE 2020 - GOLD & CLASSIC BLEND VINTAGE CHAMPAGNE TROPHY

• CHAMPAGNE & SPARKLING WINE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2020 – GOLD

History of Rare

Truly an extraordinary occurrence. Régis Camus, the cellar master of Rare Champagne, only produces this iconic champagne in the most exceptional of vintages - vintages with distinctive character and unparalleled longevity. With bold origins as a tribute to Marie-Antoinette, the limited-production and unabashedly exclusive Rare Champagne is a regal rejection of convention.