Vazart-Coquart
Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
- Grape variety and style: Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut made exclusively from Grand Cru Chardonnay
- Aromas: notes of citrus and flowers combined with hints of dried fruit, pastry and refined minerality
- Taste and perlage: rich and creamy on the palate, characterised by freshness, savouriness and fine bubbles
- Production: Traditional Method with maturation in stainless steel at controlled temperature and completed malolactic fermentation
- Serving and pairings: ideal at 6-8 °C with oysters, fish, shellfish and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Vazart-Coquart Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut is a pure expression of Chardonnay. It displays a straw yellow colour enlivened by a fine and persistent perlage. On the nose, the Champagne reveals citrus and floral notes, blending with hints of dried fruit and pastry. On the palate, it offers a rich and creamy sip, perfectly balanced by freshness and a refined mineral finish. It is ideal for enhancing oysters, delicate starters, shellfish or cheeses, served at a temperature between 6 and 8 degrees.
Where it comes from
Produced in Chouilly, a renowned area of Champagne, this wine falls within the prestigious Grand Cru classification. The Vazart-Coquart vineyards benefit from the excellent pedoclimatic conditions of the region, ideal for cultivating Chardonnay. The estate protects biodiversity through sustainable practices certified as High Environmental Value. This agronomic approach allows for the harvesting of healthy grapes, faithfully reflecting the authentic savoury and mineral character of their place of origin.
How it is produced
Production relies on the Traditional Method, with the characteristic secondary fermentation in the bottle. Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the fruit's expression. Subsequently, malolactic fermentation imparts a pleasant softness to the palate. Finally, the stylistic choice of Extra Brut dosage ensures vibrant freshness and a solid structure, capable of supporting excellent evolution and remarkable longevity over time.
History and Curiosities
Produced in Chouilly, in Champagne, this Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut embodies the excellence of Vazart-Coquart. Under the guidance of Jean-Pierre Vazart, the estate cultivates Chardonnay in vineyards of high environmental value. The vinification using the traditional method creates a cuvée awarded by Hachette, Vinous and Wine Spectator. Capable of evolving for 5-10 years, it is a masterpiece of sustainable viticulture and refinement.
Awards
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89/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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88/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Oenologist: Jean-Pierre Vazart
Jean-Pierre Vazart has been representing the 3rd generation of winemaker since 1995. Thus, he maintains the brand which was created by his grandparents, Louis and Marie Vazart-Coquart, and his father, Jacques Vazart who developped the brand. Read more
| Name | Vazart Coquart Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine extra brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Vazart-Coquart |
| Story | History and Curiosities Produced in Chouilly, in Champagne, this Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut embodies the excellence of Vazart-Coquart. Under the guidance of Jean-Pierre Vazart, the estate cultivates Chardonnay in vineyards of high environmental value. The vinification using the traditional method creates a cuvée awarded by Hachette, Vinous and Wine Spectator. Capable of evolving for 5 0 years, it is a masterpiece of sustainable viticulture and refinement. |
| Origin | Chouilly (France) |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Malolactic fermentation completed. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with temperature control. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |