Pascal Doquet
Champagne Blanc de Blancs Champs Libres Extra Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
- Origin and grape: 100% Chardonnay from Vertus, Côte des Blancs, Champagne
- Extra Brut style: 3 g/l residual sugar, dry, crisp and fresh taste
- Aromatic profile: toasted notes, baked pear and stewed apple; pale yellow colour
- Ageing potential: 10–15 years; medium-long, mineral finish with apple notes
- Pairings and serving: elaborate fish dishes, veal, poultry; serving temperature 6–8 °C
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Champagne Blanc de Blancs Champs Libres Extra Brut by Pascal Doquet expresses the purity of Chardonnay with balance through the refined technique of the Traditional Method. The pale yellow glass reveals an abundant perlage, opening with precise toasted notes, baked apple and roasted pear. The palate stands out for its clean and refreshing profile, culminating in a medium-length finish enhanced by persistent mineral accents.
Where it comes from
This Blanc de Blancs comes to life in Vertus, a renowned village at the southern tip of the Côte des Blancs. The Pascal Doquet winery is dedicated to enhancing the essence of the region by applying the rigorous principles of biodynamic and organic viticulture. The profound respect for the land gives the wine a marked integrity, endowing it with a remarkable ageing potential estimated between ten and fifteen years.
How it is produced
The production of this Champagne meticulously follows the timings and rules of the Traditional Method. The Extra Brut stylistic approach, characterised by a measured residual sugar of only three grams per litre, ensures a dry and essential drink. This choice enhances the wine's clear gustatory freshness, faithfully reflecting the quality of the organic grapes and guaranteeing a tasting experience of rare purity.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 2006, the Pascal Doquet winery enhances the essence of the Vertus region, in the Côte des Blancs, through the exclusive Champagne Blanc de Blancs Champs Libres. This Traditional Method, made from organic Chardonnay grapes grown according to biodynamic principles, offers a clean and refreshing sip. This Extra Brut features abundant perlage, delicate toasted notes and a mineral finish. Already praised by international critics, it boasts an exceptional ageing potential that can reach up to fifteen years.
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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91/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
- Start up year: 2006
With the same production philosophy of Doquet Jeanmaire, Pascal Doquet decided to create this new variety of Champagne adding to the variety of its aromatic chardonnay the strength of pinot noir. After receiving the organic certification for the 2007 harvest, Pascal Doquet now focuses on his new brand "Pascal Doquet" sold already with great success in the UK and eleven other countries Read more
| Name | Pascal Doquet Champagne Blanc de Blancs Champs Libres Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White organic 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 | Pascal Doquet |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 2006, the Pascal Doquet winery enhances the essence of the Vertus region, in the Côte des Blancs, through the exclusive Champagne Blanc de Blancs Champs Libres. This Traditional Method, made from organic Chardonnay grapes grown according to biodynamic principles, offers a clean and refreshing sip. This Extra Brut features abundant perlage, delicate toasted notes and a mineral finish. Already praised by international critics, it boasts an exceptional ageing potential that can reach up to fifteen years. |
| Origin | Vertus (southern Côte des Blancs), Champagne, France |
| Production technique | Classic method (traditional method) |
| Wine making | Metodo classico (metodo tradizionale) |
| Residual sugar | 3.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |