The modernity of Perrier-Jouët’s Blanc de Blancs — the latest bottle of bubbly from the French house — however, lies in its nod to tradition. Its breathtaking bottle is thanks to the eagles eyes of Hervé Deschamps, Maison Perrier-Jouët’s seventh Cellar Master while its flavoursome taste is due to crafting of this crisp clear liquid entirely with Chardonnay grapes and a small proportion of reserve wines for consistency in quality.

While Perrier-Jouët’s Blanc de Blancs can and should be considered the quintessential party fuel, one is encouraged to delve a little further into its taste past the enthusiastic, celebratory pop. The champagne opens with a fresh, bright floral taste (elderberry, acacia and honeysuckle flowers) and a subtle biscuit character before rounding itself in one’s mouth with a smooth, mellow finish. Toast tchin-tchin like they do in France, take a sip and swish it around in one’s mouth — the mousse is crisp, the fruit is clean and snappy while the fruit is vivacious. Accompanied with two flutes, it is bound to be the perfect party pleaser.

Come 1 March 2021, the Perrier-Jouët Blanc de Blancs will be available at selected wine specialty shops and restaurants or as a members exclusive on LeCercle.

This story about the Perrier-Jouët Blanc de Blancs first appeared in our March 2021 issue.