PERRIER JOUET Belle Epoque

WS: 94

There's a sense of equilibrium to this graceful Champagne, with a bright spine of acidity easily transitioning the focus to flavors of poached apricot, lemon curd, toasted brioche and ground ginger, then transitioning again on the finish where the finely creamy mousse and subtle hint of smoky mineral hold sway. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Drink now through 2031. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 6,500 cases imported.  –AN

WA: 92

The 2013 Brut Belle Époque is a blend of 50% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Noir and 5% Pinot Meunier sourced from Cramant, Avize, Chouilly, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Vertus and Mailly. It reveals a lively, gourmand bouquet of lemon oil, bread, spring flowers and ripe orchard fruits. Medium to full-bodied, enveloping and seamless, it’s elegant and charming with a long, mouthwatering finish. Dosage: eight grams per liter.