Pierre Paillard
Champagne Grand Cru Bouzy Blanc de Blancs Les Mottelettes 2020
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | 48 months on the lees (in chalk cellars) |
- Vintage and grape: 2020, Blanc de Blancs made from 100% Chardonnay
- Ageing: 48 months on the lees in chalk cellars using the Traditional Method
- Sensory profile: fruity notes and hints of pastry, fine perlage
- Extra Brut style: 3 g/l of sugar, fresh, persistent and balanced taste
- Pairings and serving: ideal as an aperitif, with starters, white fish, cheeses; serve at 6–8 °C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Pierre Paillard's Champagne Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut embodies the elegance of the Grand Cru of Bouzy. Crafted using the Traditional Method, it is made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes sourced from historic plots. In the glass, it displays a brilliant golden yellow hue, enhanced by a fine and persistent perlage. On the palate, it offers a fresh, long and well-defined sip, with an aromatic profile that combines fruity notes with fragrant pastry nuances, resulting in a clean and perfectly balanced tasting experience.
Where it comes from
This cuvée originates from the single parcel Les Mottelettes in Bouzy, in the Montagne de Reims. The area is characterised by deep chalky soils, essential for imparting finesse and precision. The cool climate encourages slow ripening, enhancing the tension and aromatic purity typical of Chardonnay. The vines, classified as old vines, belong to the historic 1961 planting. Their advanced age ensures low yields of the highest quality, promoting remarkable flavour concentration and a profound sense of place.
How it is produced
Production aims for maximum purity, following organic and sustainable agricultural practices. The secondary fermentation takes place according to the Traditional Method, followed by forty-eight months of ageing on the lees in chalk cellars. The Extra Brut dosage preserves the wine's clarity and vibrancy. With an ageing potential of up to fifteen years, this Champagne is perfect served at 6-8 °C, ideally accompanying starters, cheeses and refined white fish dishes.
History and Curiosities
Originating from the prestigious Les Mottelettes parcel in Bouzy Grand Cru, this Champagne is crafted from old Chardonnay vines planted in 1961. The 2020 vintage is aged for 48 months on the lees within historic chalk cellars, developing fruity aromas and fragrant pastry notes. The Extra Brut dosage enhances its vibrant freshness and extremely fine perlage, offering a deep and balanced sip. Awarded 95 points by James Suckling, this exclusive organic and sustainable Blanc de Blancs guarantees longevity of up to 15 years.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
- Start up year: 1946
| Name | Pierre Paillard Champagne Grand Cru Bouzy Les Mottelettes Chardonnay Extra-Brut 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine extra brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Pierre Paillard |
| Story | History and Curiosities Originating from the prestigious Les Mottelettes parcel in Bouzy Grand Cru, this Champagne is crafted from old Chardonnay vines planted in 1961. The 2020 vintage is aged for 48 months on the lees within historic chalk cellars, developing fruity aromas and fragrant pastry notes. The Extra Brut dosage enhances its vibrant freshness and extremely fine perlage, offering a deep and balanced sip. Awarded 95 points by James Suckling, this exclusive organic and sustainable Blanc de Blancs guarantees longevity of up to 15 years. |
| Origin | Bouzy, Montagne de Reims, regione della Champagne, Francia |
| Fermentation | 48 months on the lees |
| Production technique | Traditional method (bottle fermentation) |
| Wine making | Champagne produced using the traditional method (secondary fermentation in the bottle) Extra Brut, aged for 48 months on the lees (in chalk cellars). |
| Aging | 48 months on the lees (in chalk cellars) |
| Residual sugar | 3.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |