What kind of wine is Champagne Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru - Vazart-Coquart?

Champagne Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru - Vazart-Coquart is born in the heart of the Côte des Blancs, one of the most prestigious areas of Champagne, from a single varietal: Chardonnay. This grape, grown on vines with an average age of about 30 years and managed with a sustainable approach, expresses in the glass the authentic character of the Chouilly terroir, the birthplace of Maison Vazart-Coquart.

Production follows the traditional méthode champenoise (also known as the classic method), which involves re-fermentation in the bottle to allow for the natural development of bubbles. The result is a Champagne with an elegant, fresh, and complex profile, perfect for those seeking an authentic and impeccable experience.

Vintage Details

This Champagne is the result of a blend of three previous vintages, to which approximately 25% of the famous Solera base, started in 1982 and renewed year after year, is added. The use of this perpetual reserve allows for consistent taste, combining the freshness of recent harvests with the depth of more mature vintages. The grapes, hand-picked during harvest, benefit from a temperate climate and chalky soil that imparts minerality and finesse.

Winemaking and Aging

Winemaking takes place entirely according to the classic method: after the first fermentation, the wine rests in the bottle for the second fermentation, where it matures for at least 48 months on its lees. This long aging period enriches the Champagne with complex aromas and a creamy texture. The low sugar dosage, equal to 2.5 g/l, places it in the Extra Brut category, thus enhancing the freshness and natural elegance of Chardonnay.

Tasting Notes

A Blanc de Blancs that captivates with its purity and its ability to harmoniously combine intensity and finesse.

Color

In the glass, it presents a brilliant straw yellow, embellished with golden reflections. The perlage is fine and continuous, a sign of perfectly successful secondary fermentation.

Nose

The nose reveals aromas of fresh citrus, green apple, and white flowers, accompanied by delicate notes of brioche and almond. With aeration, more mature hints of honey and dried fruit emerge, testifying to the long contact with the lees.

Palate

On the palate, it is vibrant and balanced, with very fine bubbles that caress the palate. The mineral freshness typical of the Chouilly Grand Cru combines with a pleasant creaminess, delivering a long and refined persistence.

Pairing Champagne Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru - Vazart-Coquart with food

The versatility of this Champagne makes it ideal for many occasions. Perfect as an aperitif, but also throughout a meal, it pairs beautifully with elegant and delicate dishes such as:

• Raw fish and salmon tartare
• Oysters and seafood
• White fish carpaccio or shellfish dishes
• Light first courses, such as lemon risotto or seafood gnocchi
• Fresh and goat cheeses

Thanks to its balanced structure and low dosage, it also charmingly accompanies an informal dinner with friends, always maintaining a refined profile.

Storage and Aging: How to store Champagne Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru - Vazart-Coquart

To best appreciate its qualities, it is important to store Champagne Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru - Vazart-Coquart correctly:

• Temperature: between 10°C and 12°C, constant and free from temperature fluctuations
• Light: avoid direct exposure to natural or artificial light
• Bottle position: horizontal, so that the cork remains moist and ensures a perfect seal

While ready to drink immediately, this Champagne can evolve gracefully for several years, developing more complex notes and greater aromatic depth. A small treasure to cherish carefully for those who wish to discover the evolution of a true Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru.