Iris van herpen
Dedicated Cuvée Belle Epoque 2018
“A floral texture with satiny highlights, as fine and delicate as a breath of air. This cuvée is distinguished by an ethereal softness, underscored by an elegant structure and subtle, perfectly mastered substance.”
THE EYE
A beautiful warm, golden hue, radiant and luminous.
THE NOSE
Fresh and elegant, with floral, fruity, toasted and vanilla notes.
THE PALATE
Silky and elegant, with a vibrant finish of Timut pepper and citrus zest.
The blend unfolds around the delicate florality of Chardonnays, while Pinot Noir grapes enhance its depth, discreetly lending themselves to the floral signature of this cuvée.
Séverine Frerson, Maison Perrier-Jouët Cellar Master
THE COLLABORATION
A unique collaboration between Maison Perrier-Jouët and artist and fashion designer Iris van Herpen led to the creation of an exclusive interpretation of Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque, the House’s iconic champagne, which represents the ultimate expression of its elegant floral style.
Through a series of encounters, an intimate dialogue unfolded between Iris van Herpen and Maison Perrier-Jouët Cellar Master Séverine Frerson Together, they discussed the emotions and sensations elicited by plant textures, and how these tactile qualities inf luence the perception of beauty and the wine-tasting experience.
Through a series of encounters, an intimate dialogue unfolded between Iris van Herpen and Maison Perrier-Jouët Cellar Master Séverine Frerson Together, they discussed the emotions and sensations elicited by plant textures, and how these tactile qualities inf luence the perception of beauty and the wine-tasting experience.
THE YEAR
2018
Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque 2018 year was distinguished by a mild, wet winter, followed by a spring with above-average temperatures.
Heavy rainfall between mid-April and mid-May adversely affected the vines, but dry weather in late spring created a favourable context for flowering. Hot, dry conditions prevailed over the summer, giving this vintage a solar character.
The dry weather continued into the autumn, accompanied by high, though fortunately not excessive, temperatures.
Heavy rainfall between mid-April and mid-May adversely affected the vines, but dry weather in late spring created a favourable context for flowering. Hot, dry conditions prevailed over the summer, giving this vintage a solar character.
The dry weather continued into the autumn, accompanied by high, though fortunately not excessive, temperatures.
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Belle Epoque 2018 Dedicated Cuvée by Iris van Herpen
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 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.
The Moment
This exceptional cuvée pairs beautifully with a carpaccio of scallops seasoned with finger lime and bergamot oil, or else whole scallops in a sesame crust served with vanilla-infused parsnip purée.
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 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.
The Moment
This exceptional cuvée pairs beautifully with a carpaccio of scallops seasoned with finger lime and bergamot oil, or else whole scallops in a sesame crust served with vanilla-infused parsnip purée.
The Taste
For this unique, one-off cuvée, Séverine Frerson crafted an exclusive dosage liqueur in consultation with Iris van Herpen.
“From the moment Iris and I first met, the connection between us was self-evident, based on our shared love of nature, wine and materials,” says Séverine Frerson. “But it was when I saw her couture show that I fully understood the richness of her universe. It was then that I decided to create a bespoke liqueur to reflect her aesthetic and her personality.”
Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque x Iris van Herpen is a rare and luminous wine, vibrant, harmonious and intricately faceted, aunique e xpressionof the 2018 vintage.
For this unique, one-off cuvée, Séverine Frerson crafted an exclusive dosage liqueur in consultation with Iris van Herpen.
“From the moment Iris and I first met, the connection between us was self-evident, based on our shared love of nature, wine and materials,” says Séverine Frerson. “But it was when I saw her couture show that I fully understood the richness of her universe. It was then that I decided to create a bespoke liqueur to reflect her aesthetic and her personality.”
Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque x Iris van Herpen is a rare and luminous wine, vibrant, harmonious and intricately faceted, aunique e xpressionof the 2018 vintage.