Perrier-Jouët Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut - Country: Italy - Capacity: 0.75
Brand: Perrier-Jouët
Few people know this. But in its early days, Champagne was not as dry as we know it today. It was, on the contrary, a magnificent sweet and effervescent wine in which the dosages, that is, the added sugar, were decidedly generous. After all, sugar had the advantage of making any drink more palatable, hiding any flaws or stylistic imperfections. The credit for changing direction belongs to Maison Perrier-Jouët, which around 1840 drastically reduced the dosage of its cuvà©es to meet the demand of the English market. This gave rise to the Cuvà©e Grand Brut, which still perfectly embodies the Maison's style. Chardonnay 20%, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier 40%, the grapes used for this Cuvà©e are selected in the different crus according to the vintage. To add complexity to the final wine, a percentage ranging from 12 percent to 20 percent of reserve wines, from previous vintages, is also added. Finally, the long maturation on the lees, in the case of Grand Brut is prolonged for at least 3 years. The result is a fresh and balanced Champagne. A wonderful super-dry bubble with great persistence. Best uncorked on an elegant occasion, this Champagne is ideal with seafood or a tasty tuna tartare.
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57.00
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