Jacquesson Extra-Brut Blanc de Blancs “Avize Champ Cain” 2014

A rare Grand Cru Champagne from Jacquesson, sourced from a single 1.3 ha vineyard in Avize called “Champ Caïn”, planted in 1962. Made from 100 % Chardonnay, spontaneously fermented in oak with batonnage, released as Extra-Brut (0 g/L), unfined and unfiltered. Production limited to 11,328 bottles and 406 magnums. Disgorged in January 2024.

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!

Pale straw yellow with golden reflections. Aromas of dried fruit, honey, apple, and mineral accents, complemented by floral, citrus, and even truffle nuances. The palate delivers powerful structure, intense minerality and a crystalline finish despite zero dosage.

Perfect with oysters, crab, lobster, and delicate seafood; its exceptional minerality also elevates refined fish dishes and makes it an elegant aperitif.