Bruno Paillard
Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 2013
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | 4 years sur lie, then 10 months of further ageing after disgorgement. |
| Year | 2013 |
| Product name | Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 2013 |
| Color | Pale gold, brilliant, almost silvery, with green highlights. |
| Perfume | Lively and floral, the first scents are distinctly citrus - green lemon and grapefruit - with hints of white flowers. With oxygenation, toasted almond and bread crust emerge. |
| Taste | The beginning is lively and provokes a complex sensation thanks to the citrus and white berry fruits. You can feel the minerality of the chalk. Fresh, long and persistent finish. |
| Pairings | Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru matches beautifully with shellfish, especially oysters. It can also accompany fish or an entire meal if there aren’t any particularly spicy or sweet dishes. |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Country | France |
Description
Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut, classic method, produced by Bruno Paillard, France, 2013 vintage. A Blanc de Blancs born from the founder's desire to create a champagne that is very different from others, very pure. 100% Chardonnay. Very fine perlage. The initial aromas are distinctly citrus—lime lemon and grapefruit—with hints of white flowers. With oxygenation, toasted almonds and bread crusts emerge. The initial aroma is lively and offers a complex sensation thanks to the citrus and white berry notes. The minerality of the chalk is noticeable. The finish is fresh, long, and persistent.
Awards
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2013
91/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2013
92/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2013
92/100
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Details
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C.
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Pairings
- Oenologist: Mathieu Pingret
- Hectares: 32
According to Bruno Paillard, a great Champagne is first and foremost a blend of wines: first and foremost of crus, of grapes, but also vintages always with this desire to capture the quintessence of finesse and elegance that Champagne can offer when it is served lovingly. Read more
| Name | Bruno Paillard Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 2013 |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine extra brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2013 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Bruno Paillard |
| Wine making | A very old winemaking method is used in which the fermentation in the bottle is less powerful than in traditional Champagne. |
| Aging | 4 years sur lie, then 10 months of further ageing after disgorgement. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |