Perrier-Jouet “English Cuvee” Extra Brut [Vintage Bottling]

$199.99

1 in stock

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Cult Wines International Notes:

The Perrier-Jouët “English Cuvée” is a rare, historical designation—primarily seen in vintage bottlings from the mid-20th century—that reflected the specific palate preferences of the British market during that era. Unlike the modern “Grand Brut” or the iconic “Belle Époque” collection, which emphasize the house’s signature floral elegance and accessible balance, the English Cuvée was crafted as an Extra Brut, catering to the British connoisseur’s historical penchant for drier, lower-dosage Champagnes.

These bottlings are now prized by collectors not just for their rarity, but as a fascinating artifact of Champagne’s export history. They represent a time when major houses frequently created specialized, region-specific iterations to align with local taste profiles—in this case, prioritizing crispness, structural precision, and a pronounced minerality over the broader, more rounded appeal of the house’s standard releases.

Bottle Size:

750 mL

Storage History:

Always stored on its side in a climate-controlled cellar.

Condition:

Please note: The bottle shown is the exact bottle being sold.

This bottle is approximately 30 years of age.

Outstanding condition.