Why choose champagne instead of sparkling wine?
You may wonder why champagne stands apart from other sparkling wines. There are several reasons.
Firstly, where and how champagne is produced. Grown on the chalky hillsides of France’s Champagne region, the vines benefit from exceptional climatic and geological conditions, thus developing delicate aromas. The grape varieties that flourish here enjoy prime advantages, bringing out the best of their flavors.
Next comes the expertise, which has been developed over centuries and now elevates champagne production to an art form. From the vineyard to the cellar, the grapes are given the utmost care and attention to create a sparkling wine of rare finesse.
This expertise, along with the region’s representative terroir are now labelled a Protected Designation of Origin, which guarantees the remarkable characteristics of champagne. Choice of grape varieties, location of vineyards, production stages and aging time are among the countless criteria that have been identified to ensure those who love champagne enjoy the finest wines.
For your wedding, this guarantee holds the promise of serving your guests a luxury beverage, ideal for celebrating the very special moment of the champagne toast at your wedding ceremony.
How to choose your wedding champagne
First, take the time to learn more about the quality and reputation of the champagne houses you are considering. Their scoring on the Echelle des Crus quality scale (Grand Cru, Premier Cru or Cru) is a first criterion. Ranking at 99.2% on this scale, the Perrier-Jouët vineyard is one of the most prestigious in the Champagne region.
The champagne’s flavor and aromas are the next essential points to consider. Maison Perrier-Jouët stands out for creating champagnes with subtle, floral, complex flavors. To form your own opinion, start by pre-selecting some champagnes for your wedding day and take the time to taste them.
Since picking a champagne is also a matter of the heart, Perrier-Jouët champagnesare a perfect choice for wedding toast champagne... For they are the culmination of a true love story, that of Rose-Adélaïde Jouët and Pierre-Nicolas Perrier, founders of the House. Beyond their love for one another, this young couple shared a passion for nature and champagne which guided them throughout their lives in their winemaking choices and methods.
Our recommendations
When selecting the champagne for a wedding, indulge in a cuvée of rosé champagne. The delicate shade of pink brings to mind flowers in full bloom and the sun-drenched landscapes of spring and summer. Rosé champagne offers a delicious combination of freshness and sophistication.
In the Maison Perrier-Jouët collection of champagnes, Perrier-Jouët Blason Rosé takes pride of place. According to the Perrier-Jouët Cellar Master Séverine Frerson, this floral, subtle and generous cuvée “is powerful and round on the palate, while retaining the delicate character typical of the House.” Accompany the wedding ceremony with this elegant champagne from aperitif to dessert. It pairs so well with many foods, such as tomato, red tuna, beef and lychee, thus offering a wide range of pairing options. Its beautiful pink color will illuminate the very special moment of the wedding toast.
You can also opt for a vintage cuvée such as Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Rosé. Perhaps one of the best champagnes for a wedding toast, this type of cuvée is made from grapes harvested in a single year, blessed with exceptional weather conditions, thus creating a high-quality wine with unique aromas.
At Perrier-Jouët, the house’s vintage champagnes belong to the Belle Epoque collection. They are showcased in elegant bottles, decorated with the renowned white anemone, the Perrier-Jouët emblem. This exquisite design will serve as the centerpiece for your wedding buffet or table, bringing an additional touch of elegance to the wedding ceremony.
How much champagne do you need for your wedding?
To calculate how much champagne you will need for your wedding, several factors are taken into account, in particular:
- When do you want to serve the champagne? For the aperitif, during the meal, for the wedding toast, in the evening, during brunch the next day?
- How many people will be present at each of these moments?
- Will all your guests be drinking champagne?
- How long will the celebration last?
Bear in mind that each bottle of champagne contains the equivalent of six glasses. You can now calculate an average to get an idea of how many bottles you will need.
Achieving perfect harmony
At a wedding, a harmonious celebration is all about attention to detail, especially when it comes to service and decoration.
For the floral decorations, have you thought about matching the arrangements to the chosen champagne?
Let the flowers express their colour, shape, scent and texture to create the perfect ensemble!
Since its creation, Perrier-Jouët has been inspired by nature. This passion, along with their love of champagne, helped build the entrepreneurial vision of the couple who founded the House in 1811. This continues on today as Cellar Master Séverine Frerson draws inspiration from nature and flowers when creating her cuvées. “Perrier-Jouët Blason Rosé is like a rose petal, with a delicate texture on the top and, hidden underneath, the veins which bring strength, structure and tension”, she says. “The delicate, dense texture of Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Rosé reminds me of the ranunculus flower, preferably in a radiant pastel pink reminiscent of this wine’s colour.”
Showcasing the art of hosting in the French style – so dear to Perrier-Jouët – you could match the floral arrangements at your wedding to reflect the refined champagne that you will serve to your guests.
Indeed, the type of glasses, and how you chill and pour the champagne chosen will have a great impact on the quality of its taste, particularly if you select a subtle and refined Perrier-Jouët cuvée. Read our article on the art of serving and tasting champagne to create the perfect tasting conditions on your wedding day.
