Category: | Sparkling Wines |
Sub-Category: | Champagne |
Producer: | Perrier Jouet |
Label Name: | Belle Epoque (Cocoon Gift Box) |
Vintage: | 2015 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Champagne |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 12.5% |
Grape(s): | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier |
Acidity: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 3 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 10-12°C |
Awards/Ratings
Wine Spectator 93; James Suckling 94; noted drinking window to ~2035 by critics
Tasting Note
Delicate white flowers, white peach and grapefruit with poached pear, brioche and candied ginger. Satin mousse, bright citrus acidity and a mineral, elegant finish.
Food Pairing
Sole meunière; king prawns with creamy polenta; Parmesan or Comté; sushi and sashimi; tempura prawns; Cantonese steamed lobster; delicate Asian seafood and dim sum.
Production Method
Méthode traditionnelle (traditional method); 2015 vintage blend; aged on lees (vintage cuvée, minimum ~6 years)
Vineyard Info
Maison Perrier-Jouët, founded 1811 in Épernay; iconic Belle Époque cuvée presented in hand-decorated bottles featuring Emile Gallé anemones.