Belle Epoque blanc de blancs 2012

The Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2012 is a rarity in the Perrier-Jouët range. The grapes come from two parcels of old vines in Cramant, one of the famous Chardonnay villages of the Côte des Blancs. The house declares a vintage only when the year justifies it, and 2012 is regarded as one of the best of recent years. The bottle is famous too: its design was created by Émile Gallé. It is delivered in a wooden case.

From a Blanc de Blancs from Cramant, you can expect clarity, finesse and a chalky minerality. Serve it at 10 to 12 °C so the aromas can open up. A tulip glass or a slender white wine glass suits it well. At the table, oysters, scallops or lobster are good partners. But the wine also deserves a quiet glass on its own, for a special occasion.