2008 Joseph Perrier Cuvee Josephine

Champagne Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

DC 96 JS 94 WE 94
DC 96

Decanter, September 2019

The 2008 Cuvée Joséphine constitutes only the ninth edition of this iconic cuvée, coming after 1982, 1985, 1989, 1990, 1995, 1998, 2002 and 2004. It has a powerful aromatic intensity with white flowers, orchard fruit...
JS 94

jamessuckling.com, June 2022

Elegant, yet structured, with a driven, sharp palate of lemons, lime curd, apricot stones, saltines and white flowers. Evolves to hazelnuts. Energetic and long, with vivid bubbles. Lots to like and ponder over. Blanc de...
WE 94

Wine Enthusiast, December 2017

This is the producer's prestige cuvée, a fine perfumed blend with a great balance between the ripe fruitiness, the balanced dosage and a crisp edge of pink-grapefruit flavors. This impressive vintage with its hints of...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type
Sparkling
Varietal
Champagne Blend
Country
France
Region
Champagne
Vintage
2008
Size
750ML
Percent alcohol
12%
Closure
Cork

The 2008 Joseph Perrier Cuvée Joséphine is a distinguished Champagne blend, showcasing the expertise of the Joseph Perrier house. Originating from the renowned Champagne region of France, this vintage is noted for its aromatic complexity and structured elegance. With an alcohol content of 12.0% and a cork closure, this white Champagne is crafted from a blend of 52% Chardonnay and 48% Pinot Noir, with a dosage of 5g/L. It was disgorged in February 2019.

Decanter awarded this wine an impressive score of 96, highlighting its "powerful aromatic intensity" and a "dense, generous yet silky texture" backed by well-balanced acidity. The tasting notes emphasize the presence of white flowers, orchard fruit, mint, and white pepper, suggesting a layered and sophisticated profile.

James Suckling, who rated the wine at 94, described it as "elegant, yet structured," with a palate featuring lemons, lime curd, apricot stones, and a hint of saltines. The review also notes the wine's energetic and long finish, characterized by vivid bubbles and an evolving hint of hazelnuts, adding to its complexity. Suckling's review underscores the wine's Blanc de Blanc character, suggesting it is suitable for immediate enjoyment or further cellaring.

Wine Enthusiast also scored the Cuvée Joséphine at 94, with Roger Voss appreciating its "fine perfumed blend" and "great balance between ripe fruitiness" and a crisp edge of pink-grapefruit flavors. Voss mentions the wine's hints of toasty maturity, indicating it is ready to drink.

Overall, the 2008 Joseph Perrier Cuvée Joséphine is a prestigious and well-crafted Champagne, praised for its aromatic depth, textural elegance, and balanced acidity. It is a wine that promises both immediate pleasure and potential for further aging.