Champagne Jean Pernet Cuvee Prestige Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut

France, Champagne, Côte des Blancs, Champagne Grand Cru
Bottle
Ratings
FALSTAFF 90
Identity
Producer Champagne Jean Pernet
Year NV
Vol 0.75
Classification Grand Cru
Grapes 100% Chardonnay
Color White
Sweetness Brut
Tasting
Color Desc Pale, almost colorless whitish-green
Aroma Sappy herbs, dry white fruit, toasty autolysis, sharp green apple, light leesy cream, white peach
Palate Thin early, short finish, bland taste on palate
Finish Incredibly short finish
Food Pairing Seafood, old Pecorino cheese, white meat in sauce, truffles, firm-fleshed fish
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
ABV % 12.0
Aging Process Minimum 4 years aging in cellars
Terroir
Grand Cru terroir of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger in Côte des Blancs
Interesting facts
Produced by a family-owned estate in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Champagne Jean Pernet is known for its finesse and mineral-driven style. The Cuvée Prestige is a Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru with a long aging process contributing exceptional aromas.