Perrier-Jouët Blanc de Blancs is a non-vintage Brut-style champagne from the Champagne appellation, made entirely from the Chardonnay grape. Introduced into the house's classic collection in 2017 as a single-varietal cuvée, it represents Perrier-Jouët's mastery in capturing the quintessence of Chardonnay.
Maison Perrier-Jouët is among the oldest champagne houses in France. Founded in 1811 by Pierre-Nicolas Perrier and Rose-Adélaïde Jouët, the house has been dedicated to the art of champagne-making for over two centuries. Chardonnay is its signature grape here – the house introduced its first cuvée made entirely from Chardonnay as early as the 1920s, long before such champagnes came to be known as "Blanc de Blancs."
In the glass, the champagne presents a pale gold hue with greenish reflections. Pale gold with shades of green, lively and luminous, it opens with aromas of flowers from roadside thickets – elderflower, acacia and honeysuckle – as well as tart citrus. On the palate the wine is fresh, tart and invigorating, with a mineral intensity on the finish. The lingering freshness closes with a surprisingly silky, gentle finish.
Cellar Master Séverine Frerson describes the structure of this cuvée through the prism of texture. She associates the Blanc de Blancs with velvet – not heavy, but of a silky texture, because although it is a very lively, dynamic cuvée, it also has substance and density as well as elegance.
The champagne works well as an aperitif. Frerson recommends it as an aperitif wine, as well as paired with sea bass carpaccio. The 0.75-litre bottle comes in the house's distinctive presentation evoking the Art Nouveau style.