Jean Vesselle
Champagne Oeil de Perdrix Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Blanc de Noirs Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Ageing on the lees for a minimum of 2–3 years (some cuvées up to 10 years) |
- Grape and style: Blanc de Noirs Brut made exclusively from Pinot Noir, with a dry and defined palate
- Oeil de Perdrix colour: salmon pink with copper highlights thanks to a brief maceration on the skins
- Aromas: notes of wild strawberries, redcurrant, pomegranate, toasted brioche, almond and mineral accents
- Perlage and finish: fine bubbles, creamy mousse; long persistence with a delicate peppery note
- Serving and allergens: temperature 6–12°C; does not require decanting; contains sulphites
Description
What kind of wine it is
Champagne Jean Vesselle Oeil de Perdrix Brut is a Blanc de Noirs made from Pinot Noir grapes. This wine expresses the essence of the region through a vinous aromatic profile, enhanced by the use of the Traditional Method. The brief contact with the skins imparts a distinctive pale salmon pink hue with coppery highlights. On the palate, it reveals a medium body, fresh and precise, supported by a pronounced mineral streak. The fine perlage enriches the tasting experience with a creamy mousse that precedes a long finish, ideal for delicate fish or poultry dishes.
Where it comes from
This expression originates in Bouzy, a village classified as Grand Cru in the renowned Montagne de Reims. The vineyards of Jean Vesselle rest on deep chalky and limestone soils, benefiting from southern exposures that give the grapes an intense structure. The name Oeil de Perdrix recalls the ancient custom of extracting a delicate and elegant colour directly from black-skinned grapes. The character of the wine faithfully reflects its place of origin, offering a marked mineral imprint that defines the distinctive style of the estate.
How it is produced
Production begins with the manual harvesting of Pinot Noir grapes, followed by gentle pressing and a maceration lasting a few hours. This extraction technique fixes the peculiar colour shade before fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks and wooden barrels. Following the principles of the Traditional Method, the wine rests on the lees for several years, a crucial period for developing notes of wild strawberries and toasted brioche. The Brut dosage finally balances the structure, ensuring a dry and vibrant sip.
History and Curiosities
Jean Vesselle signs the Oeil de Perdrix cuvée in Bouzy, a renowned Grand Cru of the Montagne de Reims. Its name, literally “partridge’s eye”, refers to the elegant salmon pink hues obtained from the brief maceration of pure Pinot Noir. This refined Blanc de Noirs, crafted using the traditional method, pays homage to the ancestral traditions of the maison by combining partial vinification in wood with a long maturation. An internationally awarded glass, capable of offering a creamy effervescence and vibrant fruity notes.
Awards
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90/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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93/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
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| Name | Jean Vesselle Champagne Oeil de Perdrix Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Jean Vesselle |
| Story | History and Curiosities Jean Vesselle signs the Oeil de Perdrix cuvée in Bouzy, a renowned Grand Cru of the Montagne de Reims. Its name, literally "partridge’s eye", refers to the elegant salmon pink hues obtained from the brief maceration of pure Pinot Noir. This refined Blanc de Noirs, crafted using the traditional method, pays homage to the ancestral traditions of the maison by combining partial vinification in wood with a long maturation. An internationally awarded glass, capable of offering a creamy effervescence and vibrant fruity notes. |
| Origin | Bouzy (Montagne de Reims), Loches-sur-Ource (Barséquanais) and Chouilly (Côte des Blancs), Champagne, France |
| Soil composition | Chalky and calcareous soils |
| Production technique | Traditional method (Méthode Champenoise/classic method) with short maceration on the skins |
| Wine making | Traditional method (Méthode Champenoise/classic method) from 100% Pinot Noir with direct pressing and brief maceration/skin contact (a few hours) to obtain the colour; fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks (partly in wood); ageing on the lees for a minimum of 2–3 years; Brut dosage around 6–6.5 g/L. |
| Aging | Ageing on the lees for a minimum of 2–3 years (some cuvées up to 10 years) |
| Residual sugar | 6.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |