Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque is one of Champagne’s most iconic prestige cuvées, instantly recognisable by its white anemone bottle design created by Art Nouveau master Émile Gallé in 1902. First released in 1969, it embodies the house’s dedication to finesse, beauty, and Chardonnay-led elegance.
The wine is composed primarily of Chardonnay from grand cru villages in the Côte des Blancs, particularly Cramant, Avize, and Chouilly, with Pinot Noir and a touch of Meunier providing structure and depth. This focus on Chardonnay gives Belle Époque its signature delicacy and floral lift. Extended ageing on lees adds texture and complexity while preserving a remarkable freshness.
In the glass, Belle Époque reveals aromas of white flowers, citrus, orchard fruit, and subtle brioche. The palate is fine and precise, with creamy bubbles and flavours of pear, peach, and almond, underpinned by minerality and a long, graceful finish. While enchanting in youth for its purity and charm, it has the capacity to age for decades, developing layers of honey, toast, and hazelnut with time.
Belle Époque is more than a prestige cuvée; it is a celebration of Champagne as art. With its timeless design and refined style, it captures both the history and the modern identity of Perrier-Jouët — a Champagne that is as visually striking as it is exquisite to drink.