At Perrier-Jouët, the Chardonnay grapes are hand-picked then delicately pressed, plot by plot, in order to preserve their aromatic profile and delicate freshness. With the addition of natural yeasts, the grape juice is transformed into a still white wine. Working with the 50 crus at her disposal, cellar master Severine Frerson then begins the process of blending the different cuvées, incorporating reserve wines as and when they are needed. This is an extraordinarily nuanced exercise, demanding utmost precision.

For more than two centuries, Maison Perrier-Jouët has been exploring and revealing the many facets of Chardonnay through its irresistibly elegant blends. This unique know-how allows us to create infinite variations on the floral aromas and nuanced textures which have come to define the House’s signature style. Each and every cuvée is complex and harmonious, serving as a testament to the endlessly subtle charms of Chardonnay, the emblematic grape variety of Maison Perrier-Jouët.

If Séverine Frerson detects the potential for an exceptional year when tasting the still wines from the latest harvest, then she may decide to declare a new vintage. Defined by their capacity to improve with age, these rich, complex champagnes are the quintessential expression of Maison Perrier-Jouët’s unique style and expertise.