Brocard Pierre L'Égarée

France, Champagne, Côte des Bar, Champagne AOC
Bottle
Ratings
Limited critic scores available; wine rated around 4.1 on Vivino
Identity
Producer Pierre Brocard
Vol 0.75
Classification Brut Nature
Grapes 50% Pinot Noir, 50% Chardonnay
Color White
Sweetness Brut Nature
Tasting
Color Desc Pale golden yellow with fine mousse
Aroma Delicate floral scents, ripe apple, pineapple, discreet honey, brioche notes
Palate Vinous and substantial with great freshness, light brioche framing, no heaviness
Finish Long, fresh, and clean finish with subtle complexity
Food Pairing Oysters, seafood, grilled fish, light poultry, soft cheeses
Aging Potential 5-7 years
Serving Glassware High-end tasting glasses such as Sydonios, Lehmann or Zalto
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
Organic Yes
Biodynamic Yes
ABV % 12.5
Aging Process Maturation in 300 litre barrels, bottle ageing at least 3 years
Fermentation Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in traditional method
Terroir
Soil Vineyards near Celles sur Ource, Côte des Bar, mixed agriculture, forests, vineyards, valleys
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Grapes harvested manually near Celles sur Ource in Côte des Bar
Interesting facts
Pierre Brocard is a fifth-generation vigneron. The family history in winemaking started with Georges Brocard in 1932, followed by Emile, Henri, Pierre (father of Thibaud), and now Thibaud Brocard leads the estate.
Logistics
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