Bernard Pertois Champagne...oui s’il vous plaît!

Understood the confusion when wondering what a University student is doing drinking a bottle of Bernard Pertois phenomenal champagne; “Reserve Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru”. My Aunt and Uncle drink this stuff like it’s water, and I can’t blame them. Omnipotent wine connoisseur, my uncle, Kamal introduced me to fine wines and champagnes from the age of 17. Each visit, I’m utterly seduced by their fantastic wine cellar, with collections from the finest parts of France. Red, White, Rose, Champagne – you name it, they’ve got it.

I’ve tried this champagne more times than I can count on one hand. This champagne is a Blanc de Blanc, which means it’s made from 100% Chardonnay grape. Crafted and created by the family themselves in their Grand Cru Vineyard, Cuvée de Réserve Grand Cru is made in the village of Le Mesnil sur Oger. The village sits in the heart of the Côte des Blancs region, an area and terroir renowned for its Chardonnay grapes. The Pertois family have been growing grapes for more than 10 generations, and own 15 hectares of Vineyard, 7 of which are Grand Cru Chardonnay.

This champagne is an outstanding example of Blanc de Blanc champagne, with its light and smooth body paired with a gorgeous aroma and spectacular flavour. It produces elegant yet fine bubbles, and is fresh and mineral-like to the palette. Suitable for any occasion, which is perfect as I could drink it all day. Santé!