Wedding Wines for a Special Splurge

Michael Perman, C'EST WHAT?
5 min readApr 24, 2024
Wedding Wines for a Special Splurge by Michael Perman

Feeling the aromas and flavors of joy tickle your desire to splurge? Whether it’s a wedding or a milestone worth celebrating, let’s uncork a tale of exceptional wines that turn moments into memories. For those intimate gatherings where quality reigns over quantity and budget is a mere afterthought, here’s a curated selection to elevate your occasion to the extraordinary. These wines aren’t just for the moment; they invest in timeless taste, promising pleasure for years. Available at www.michaelperman.org or my Sommelier page at Wine Access: https://www.wineaccess.com/store/occasion/cest-what/.

Let the splurging begin!

NV Krug Grande Cuvée 171 eme Edition Champagne

Krug’s Grande Cuvée isn’t just a champagne; it’s a masterpiece 25 years in the making. Crafted from the finest wines of multiple years and aged on its lees for seven years, it’s a symphony of flavors that dances on the palate. James Suckling gave this Champagne 99 points, nearly perfect, and described it as “gorgeous and complex.” I think it’s stunning. This 171st release (they’ve been making this champagne for nearly two centuries, so they know what they’re doing!)

With a composition as intricate as a fine painting, this blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier unveils layers of freshly baked brioche, quince, and Amalfi…

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Michael Perman, C'EST WHAT?

Michael Perman is an experienced copy and short story writer who specializes in innovation, creativity, food and future trends.