Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Rose 2014

The 2014 Brut Rosé Belle Époque is a blend of half Pinot Noir from Mailly, Ambonnay and Aÿ, 45% Chardonnay from Cramant and Avize and 5% Pinot Meunier from Dizy. Its pink hue results from 11% red Pinot Noir and shimmers with coppery glints. Tender notes of maple syrup accompany incipient truffle on a nose that combines chalk and dried redcurrant. The palate is fresher than the nose suggests, offering a beautiful capsule of tart red fruit, dried orange peel and chalk, all fizzing gently with the finest, creamiest mousse. This is a mature and evolving pink Champagne with supreme and exquisite freshness that rings long, featuring attractive nuttiness on the finish. It's lovely now but has even more life left. Dosage is 9 grams per liter.

By Anne Krebiehl MW December 2025