Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2012

Description

Perrier-Jouet’s origin story dates back to 1810, when the cork supplier Pierre Nicolas Perrier married Rose Adelaide Jouet and began producing champagne under the name Perrier-Jouet the following year. Adele focused on vineyards and winemaking while Pierre Nicolas focused on sales and marketing. Shipments to Great Britain began in 1815, followed by the United States in 1837. After Charles Perrier, Henri Gallice and his younger brother Octave became Perrier-Jouet directors. Octave, an art lover, met Emile Galle in Paris and requested a design for Maison Perrier-Jouet, which became the iconic emblem of the brand. One of the world’s oldest champagnes, a Perrier-Jouet vintage 1825, was opened and tasted in 2009. Harold Macmillan, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1957 to 1963, favoured vintage Perrier-Jouet. This passion has been passed down through the generations, shaping the House’s philosophy of creative freedom and unconventional observation of nature. Maison Perrier-Jouet’s affinity with the Art Nouveau movement is expressed through the emblematic anemone motif illustrated by Emile Galle in 1902. Today, the House continues to reinvent luxury by collaborating with artists to create an extravagant universe. Along with their unique legacy, such as the creation of their first brut champagne in 1842 and the iconic floral Cuvee named Belle Epoque Cuvee, Perrier-Jouet also made history with the appointment of the first woman to hold the position of cellar master in 2020. Perrier-Jouet produces a wide range of vintage and non-vintage cuvee, with an annual production of approximately 3,000,000 bottles. The pride of the brand is its prestige label, Belle Epoque. With 266 acres of vineyards situated in the heart of Champagne, Perrier-Jouet maintains control over the quality and consistency of its champagne production. More than half of its vineyards are located in the Grand Crus of Cramant and Avize, allowing Perrier-Jouet to create exceptional champagne that is unparalleled in quality and taste. Today, as a member of the Pernod Ricard group of brands, Perrier-Jouet’s legacy of exceptional champagne-making continues to thrive and evolve. Through their dedication to quality and innovation, Perrier-Jouet remains one of the most respected and iconic champagne brands in the world. Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs is a champagne that exudes elegance, finesse and a sense of exclusivity. Crafted with utmost precision and care, this exquisite champagne was originally created from the 1993 harvest and released to commemorate the arrival of the new millennium. This momentous occasion marked a significant milestone for Perrier-Jouet, making the launch of Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs all the more special. Perrier-Jouet, staying true to the exceptional standards set by its founders, only declares a vintage in years of near perfect conditions. This meticulous approach ensures that each vintage cuvee is a rare gem, embodying the unique characteristics of the particular year it was produced. Among these vintages, Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs stands out as the rarest of them all, a true testament to its exceptional quality and rarity. With its delicate aromas of white flowers, Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2012 is the quintessential expression of Chardonnay. This precise and subtle champagne is remarkable for its elegance and silken texture on the palate. For its elegance, its refinement and its wonderful silken texture, I associate Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs with a white orchid, my favourite flower. Severine Frerson, cellar master of Perrier-Jouet The Finer Details Style – Champagne Varietal – Chardonnay Country – France Region – Champagne Vintage – 2012 Bottle Size – 750ml ABV – 12.5%