Joseph Perrier Josephine Extra Brut 2014

Joseph Perrier "Josephine" Extra Brut, Champagne, France, 2014   

Grapes: 60% Chardonnay 40% Pinot Noir from Ambonnay, Sacy, Cumières, Bergères-lès-Vertus and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. Dosage 5 g/l. In a bottle designed by artist Jordane Saget. 

Producer Tasting Note:

The colour of this wine approaches a very bright golden yellow. Subtle and inspiring, revealing dried nut aromas such as lightly grilled hazelnuts, the promise of elegance and complexity to come.

The palate begins on juicy ripe pears and other white fruits, followed by delicately dusted notes of lily of the valley, complemented by spicy and peppery flavors. A subtle, bewitching, complex palate with a very good length.

Critics' Tasting Notes:

"Light golden with a fine, vivid creaminess. there´s some maturity and autolysis on the nose with fresh croissant and butter with pale stone fruit, ripe citrus, hazelnut, and some floral notes. The palate is nicely dry with the dosage feels being on the lower side, a well-integrated acidity, mild creamy mid-palate with discreet fruit flavours, some nutty notes and a long finish"

92/100 points, Andreas Larsson, TASTED

"Aromas of white peaches and lemon pie with chalk and stone undertones. Full and creamy with a subtle, elegant structure and softness. Nicely tart and tensioned. Lovely finish and focus"

Awarded 95/100 points, James Suckling, June 2022

"Inviting nose of green apple, peach and dough, then to a palate of honey, lemon drizzle, meringue a long chalky finish."

94/100 points (Silver Medal), Decanter World Wine Awards, 2024

The prestige cuvee of Joseph Perrier with the 2014 vintage being the 175th anniversary of Josephine Perrier's marriage which inspired the production of the cuvée. Only 5000 numbered bottles produced.

Food Match: Pair "Josephine" through a whole meal starting with a scallop carpaccio or fresh sea bass. Its vinosity and effervescence lighten the smokiness of game or an Iberian pork meat course. Finally, serve with pastries containing candied apricots & walnuts.

How to serve: Chill in an iced bucket for 20 minutes before serving. Best enjoyed at 10-12°C