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Champagne Bruno Paillard Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Extra Brut
Vendor code : 1421
Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru is for those who want Champagne with structure and depth, not just freshness—ideal for a dinner where the wine needs to hold its place at the table. The reason to choose it: a precise expression of Pinot Noir from top northern Grand Cru villages, built through multi-vintage blending for consistency and complexity. Made entirely from first-press Pinot Noir from Verzenay, Mailly, Verzy, and Bouzy, it is mostly vinified in stainless steel, with a small proportion of older oak (15–20%) to add structure. Aged for 3 years on lees and at least 6 months after disgorgement. Extra Brut (3 g/l), with a firm, layered profile and long development in the glass. A Champagne with substance and clarity, not just an aperitif style.
Bruno Paillard presents a focused range of cuvées built around a terroir-driven approach to Champagne. The wines are produced in an Extra Brut style, emphasizing mineral structure, tension and precision. Even the multi-vintage Première Cuvée shows strong ageing potential. Over the years, Bruno Paillard, working across 32 hectares, has established itself among the leading addresses in Champagne. The house relies on a system of reserve wines developed since 1985 using a solera approach, contributing to depth and continuity of style. Born in 1953 into a family of brokers deeply connected to the Champagne trade, Bruno Paillard founded his house in 1981 and quickly gained international recognition despite its modest scale. Operating as a négociant-propriétaire, the estate owns vineyards in 15 villages, including Oger, Le Mesnil, Verzenay and Bouzy. While not certified organic, vineyard work follows many organic principles, with biodynamic practices applied on selected parcels. Wines undergo extended ageing on lees, with limited use of oak (around 20% of production). Only the first-press juice is used, and most cuvées complete malolactic fermentation. The style is defined by clarity, fine mousse and low dosage, combining elegance with a precise, restrained structure. Nec Plus Ultra 2009 remains one of the reference wines of the house.
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