Bruno Paillard - Premiere Cuvee Extra Brut NV (750ml)
Price: $69.99
| Producer | Bruno Paillard |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier |
| Sku | 1-101717 |
| Size | 750ml |
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Bruno Paillard Description
The Première Cuvée is a distinct interpretation of the whole of Champagne, through the selection of 35 of the 320 crus of Champagne. It is the flagship of the Bruno Paillard style.
THE BLEND: Multi Vintage or MV: hand selected from the finest 35 crus of Champagne and blended with a uniquely high proportion of reserve wine (35%) made from solera-style system or ‘perpetual reserve’ dating back to 1985. Grape varieties: Pinot Noir (45%), Chardonnay (33%), Pinot Meunier (22%) of which 20% underwent the first fermentation in aged oak barrels.
WINEMAKING AND AGEING: Exclusively made from the first pressings, Bruno Paillard Première Cuvée is kept three years on lees before being aged another six months post disgorgement. The Extra-Brut dosage is kept below 6 g/l to preserve the purity of the wine. This deliberate long aging is key to enable the wine to fully express its richness without any austerity.
APPEARANCE: The golden straw color reveals a high presence of chardonnay and the exclusive use of the first pressings. The fine bubbles are due to a strict selection of the best grapes, perfectly controlled temperature in the cellar and very long aging.
NOSE: The primary aromas reveal the citrus fruits of chardonnay: lime and grapefruit. Then the red fruit aromas of pinot noir appear red currant, raspberry, morello cherries. When left to open up in the glass, the wine shows hints of dried fruits, sometimes exotic, from pinot meunier.
PALATE: The attack is lively thanks to the low dosage which respects the authenticity of the wine. The nose is confirmed with the first flavors of citrus fruits, almonds, and toast … but also redcurrant jelly and black fruits like cherry, fig, or blackberry.
In its evolution, its aeration, it's warming up, it reveals slightly plum and pear flavors. The mouth is ample without being heavy, and quite long, leaving a very clear finish.
