<p>Rugby League World Cup 2013 has today announced a sponsorship deal with premier champagne house Laurent-Perrier.<p>The deal sees Laurent-Perrier become the Official Champagne Supplier for RLWC2013, and join the tournament’s growing portfolio of partners.<p>Based near the French city of Reims, Laurent-Perrier is one of the world’s best-selling Champagne brands and exports to more than 120 countries.<p>Rugby League World Cup 2013 General Manager, Sally Bolton said: “To be associated with a brand of Laurent-Perrier’s repute is fantastic for the tournament.<p>“Laurent-Perrier are a huge brand and, as the global sporting event of 2013 and it is fantastic to have them on board as part of our ever-increasing sponsorship portfolio.”<p>Rugby League World Cup 2013 kicks off on October 26 with a spectacular Opening Ceremony and double header of matches featuring England against Australia, and Wales taking on Italy.<p>The action culminates on November 30 with the showpiece Rugby League World Cup Final at Old Trafford on November 30.<p>To make sure you’ll BE THERE buy now at www.rlwc2013.com/tickets or call the 24-hour Ticket Hotline on 0844 847 2013.<p> <p>