Name: Jacquesson Blanc de Blancs "Avize Champ Cain" 2013
SKU: FRCHJACSPCH375013
Price: 226.00 EUR
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Jacquesson Blanc de Blancs “Avize Champ Cain” 2013

SKU: FRCHJACSPCH375013 Category: Wine Tag: Collectables

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“The nose is dominated by elegant aromas of vanilla, orchid, butter, and chalk. On the palate, the wine reveals pronounced notes of minerality, unripe nectarine, and apple skin. An energetic wine with remarkable depth and presence.” — Ronalds Pētersons, Sommelier at Noble Wine

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Jacquesson Extra-Brut Blanc de Blancs "Avize Champ Cain" 2013 is an exquisitely dry champagne, crafted solely from Chardonnay grapes meticulously selected from the prestigious "Champ Cain" vineyard in Avize, a renowned Grand Cru village in the Côte des Blancs, Champagne, France. This vintage champagne reflects the exceptional 2013 harvest, showcasing Jacquesson's commitment to terroir-driven expressions and their mastery in creating champagnes of remarkable complexity and elegance. The "Avize Champ Cain" 2013 is a testament to the purity of its single vineyard origin, offering a unique snapshot of the year's climatic conditions and the distinctive character of its Chardonnay grapes.

Jacquesson & Fils is a Champagne producer based in the Dizy region of Champagne. The house was founded in 1798 and the fame of the house grew following the rumour that it was a favourite of Napoleon. Today company is run by two brothers - Jean-Hervé and Laurent Chiquet. Methods have now been changed to organic, fermentation in oak has been increased, new vineyards have been bought, but production still is limited to 350.000 bottles a year. Jacquesson vineyards are located in the Grand Cru villages Aÿ, Avize and Oiry and in the Premier Cru villages. The main wine is a numbered cuvée. The numbered wines are blended with the curent vintage as the main part of the blend and just with 30-40% older reserve wines. Other wines are vintages, single vineyards. All wines are characterized by elegance and minerality due to an extremely low dosage (usually 2-5 grams sugar per liter). An interesting fact - Adolphe Jacquesson the first owner of the house is the inventor of the muselet, the metal wire that holds the cork!

On the palate, the Jacquesson Extra-Brut Blanc de Blancs “Avize Champ Cain” 2013 reveals a vibrant and intricate array of flavors, with notes of crisp green apple, lemon zest, and white flowers, complemented by a nuanced minerality and a subtle creaminess, resulting from its extended lees aging. The finish is long and precise, with a refreshing acidity that underscores the champagne’s exceptional balance and refined structure.

This champagne pairs magnificently with delicate seafood dishes, such as grilled scallops or a fine lobster bisque, where its crisp acidity and mineral complexity can elevate the flavors of the seafood. It also harmonizes beautifully with a classic goat cheese salad, providing a bright and elegant contrast to the creamy texture of the cheese, making for an exquisite and sophisticated dining experience.