2016
Belle Epoque Brut
the eyeA lovely golden tint evoking a sunset.
the noseDelicate aromas of white flowers, followed by fruity notes of white peach & grapefruit.
the palateNotes of flower, fruit & spices, including elderberry, poached pear, cumin & green pepper.
The structure of this cuvée recalls the grace of the Carnation, an emblematic motif of Art Nouveau. Its notes evoke the delicacy of this flower.Séverine Frerson
Maison Perrier-Jouët Cellar Master
Heritage
Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque is the original Belle Epoque vintage cuvée, first appearing in 1964. Instantly recognisable throughout the world, its bottle is adorned with the graceful spray of Japanese white anemones created for Maison Perrier-Jouët by Art Nouveau master Emile Gallé in 1902.
The terroir
For Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque, Séverine Frerson specifically selects Pinot Noir grapes from two crus, Verzy and Mailly-Champagne, in the north of the Montagne de Reims, both characterised by their chalky soils. “Pinot Noir grapes from Mailly-Champagne in particular have an elegance and finesse that harmonise perfectly with our signature finesse that harmonise perfectly with our signature Chardonnay from Grand Cru terroirs in the Côte des Blancs, she says. They therefore enhance, rather than overwhelm, the delicate floral structure of the wine.” The result is an elegantly structured cuvée with a clear floral dimension, making Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque an outstanding example of the art of blending in the Perrier-Jouët style.
