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Champagne Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque 2012

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SKU: 4362-2012

Bottle Size: Bottle (750 ml)

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• Domaine: Perrier-Jouët
• Appellation: Champagne
• Origin: Épernay • Champagne • France
• Varietal: 50% Chardonnay 45% Pinot Noir 5% Meunier

 

 

Perrier-Jouët: The art of Champagne, crafted through generations

Perrier-Jouët house was founded in 1811, one year after the marriage of Pierre-Nicolas Perrier and Rose-Adelaide Jouët, two passionate and entrepreneurial champagne lovers. Perrier-Jouet is one of the most iconic champagne houses in the world. Located in Epernay, with the Golden Triangle on the Côtes des Blancs, Perrier-Jouët’s vineyards are renowned for their exceptional quality, scoring vines at 99,2% on the Echelle des Crus quality scale. 

From the very beginning, Perrier-Jouët distinguished itself by making bold, visionary choices. One of the most groundbreaking decisions was the founders’ commitment to Chardonnay as the signature grape of the house. This pioneering move helped to establish the brand’s renowned style, characterized by its delicate, floral elegance. The decision to prioritize Chardonnay a grape that was not widely used for sparkling wines at the time allowed Perrier-Jouët to develop a distinct style that combined vibrancy, freshness, and complexity. This approach would go on to earn the house worldwide acclaim and solidify its place among Champagne’s elite.

Perrier-Jouët’s signature style is defined by its floral profile, a hallmark of its long-standing dedication to craftsmanship and blending. Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque champagne is an icon of the House, the Original Belle Epoque cuvée to appear adorned with the legendary spray of Japanese white anemones created by Emile Gallé in 1902. Produced only in years when, in the judgment of Cellar Master Hervé Deschamps, the seasons have aligned perfectly, it is a captivating demonstration, not only of the art of blending, but also of the exceptional quality of the Perrier-Jouët vineyard. Testifying to the rarity of this cuvée, less than 30 vintages of Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque champagne have been produced to date.

Perrier-Jouët’s commitment to excellence extends beyond the cellar, with a strong focus on sustainability and the natural environment. The house’s approach to viticulture is rooted in respect for nature. 

For those fortunate enough to taste it, Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque offers more than just a drink it is an experience. A celebration of rarity, elegance, and the finest craftsmanship, it embodies the very essence of Champagne luxury. Whether for a momentous occasion or as a gift to mark an extraordinary event, this cuvée is an invitation to savor the finest things in life.

Tasting Notes

"Creamy lemon notes have a distant whiff of vanilla, but more air also reveals chalky, stony depth.  The body is slender but comes with well-rounded richness, hinting at its rich autolysis with toasty notes.  Lemon oil sets a citrus note that expands alongside the rich, yeaty sonorousness.  The creamy finish is almost mellow."  - Anne Krebiehl MW,  Decanter Magazine, December 2020, Drink: 2020-2028



LWIN 1082731
Stock Status Out of Stock
Appellation Champagne
Vintage 2012
Brand Perrier-Jouët
Shipping Weight 4.000000

About Champagne

The term “Champagne'' refers exclusively to sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region in northeastern France. The champagne wine region is one of the most prestigious not only in France but also in the world. Champagne, synonyms of celebration, prestige, French tradition is produced in Champagne in northeastern France. Originally planted by the Romans, the earliest known wine-producing vineyards in Champagne were planted in the 3rd to 5th centuries. From the 5th to the 9th centuries, clergy and religious orders began putting roots down in the wine industry. The wines of Champagne have long been enjoyed by French nobility and the monarchy. In the 17th century, religious figures including the Benedictine monk Dom Pierre Perignon, who was a cellar master in the Abbey of Hautvillers devised several production methods that are still used today. The region’s first Champagne house was founded in 1729 by Nicolas Ruinart who went into the introduction of sparkling wines. Followed by Moët & Chandon in 1743. This wine has continued to develop and has acquired an international reputation. In 1936, the designation of Champagne was protected by an Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC). This appellation was created to guarantee the quality and authenticity of the terroir but also to protect climate, the vineyard management, the winemaking techniques, the labeling within a delimited area. And more recently, the region's legacy was formerly recognized by UNESCO. It’s in 2015, that this organization designed the hillsides, houses and cellars of CHampagne like a World Heritage Site. Located 90 miles east of Paris, this region spans five main wine-growing areas : Montagne de Reims, Côte des Blancs, Côte des Bar, Vallée de la Marne et Montagne de Reims. In the heart of the champagne wine region, Epernay, known as the capital of Champagne, this city benefits from the champagne attraction to develop its local economy and produces over 200 million bottles of champagne. Reims is also renowned for its numerous Champagne Grands Crus and Premiers Crus. Champagne is produced in 319 villages also called “Crus” covering some 34,3000 hectares.
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