Identity
| Producer | Pierre Brocard |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 75% Pinot Noir, 20% Pinot Blanc, 5% Chardonnay |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | brut nature |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Clear, bright white with fine bubbles |
| Aroma | Noble and inviting bouquet with a clear aromatic diversity including crisp red apples, juicy pears, citrus hints, lemon, brioche, melon, peach, spearmint, and nutty aromas |
| Palate | Elegant and mineral-driven palate with fine acidity, lively structure, balanced fruitiness, and a precise, fresh finish |
| Finish | Long, mineral, and precise finish with lingering freshness and subtle complexity |
| Food Pairing | Pairs excellently with fresh oysters, sashimi, scallops, fine poultry dishes, sophisticated vegetarian cuisine, and as a refined aperitif |
| Aging Potential | Can age gracefully for several years due to its structure and mineral finesse |
| Serving Glassware | Flute or tulip-shaped sparkling wine glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Sugar (g/l) | Brut Nature (no dosage) indicates very low to no residual sugar |
| Aging Process | Aged in stainless steel tanks and 10% in 300L oak barrels; minimum 2 years bottle aging |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in stainless steel and oak barrels |
Terroir
| Soil | Kimmeridgian limestone soils |
| Vine Age | Vineyards planted in 1962 (for Contrée Noire vineyard, similar terroir) |
| Harvest Type | Not explicitly stated |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes harvested from vineyards near Celles-sur-Ource in the Seine river valley, Barséquanais area of Côte des Bar |
Interesting facts
| The cuvée "Dits-Lieux" is an assemblage of grapes from ten different parcels around Celles-sur-Ource, characterized by Kimmeridgian limestone soils. The house was founded in 1932 by Georges Brocard and is currently led by Thibaud Brocard, who emphasizes sustainable and meticulous winemaking. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |