WTN: 2004 Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque

[David M. Bueker]

2004 Perrier-Jouët Champagne Belle Epoque - France, Champagne (8/10/2018)
Yeah, I know, big producer, probably overpriced, but damn if it wasn’t a really good drink. Showed fresh apple fruit up front along with a distinct toasty edge, and then deeper, richer tones on the back end, resulting in a fuller bodied wine than I was expecting. The addition of mature tones made it an interesting wine, and even if I would have preferred a little less dosage, the balance was really good with our buttery, salty popcorn.

2004 Perrier-Jouët Champagne Belle Epoque...the balance was really good with our buttery, salty popcorn.

I love the match and it makes so much sense. It's often discussed, so one day I'll actually do it. The trick is figuring out when. Maybe as aperitif.

[David M. Bueker]

We do it a couple of times a year. It’s fun.