Bruno Paillard : Première Cuvée

The balance of a subtly low-dosage Brut Champagne

The estate

Founded in Reims in 1981, Bruno Paillard is one of the youngest Champagne houses. With a rigorous selection of terroirs, exclusive use of first pressings, blending from an extensive collection of reserve wines, and aging times twice as long as required by the appellation’s specifications, the Bruno Paillard range reflects a constant pursuit of excellence and a desire to create a “very personal style.”

The vineyard

The Bruno Paillard House oversees an exceptional vineyard patiently assembled and spanning 32 hectares of vines across 15 crus, 12 of which are classified as “Grands Crus.” The vineyard brings together the outstanding terroirs of Oger, Le Mesnil sur Oger, Cumières, Verzenay, as well as the exceptional Cru des Riceys located in the south of Champagne.

The wine

Flagship cuvée of the Bruno Paillard House, “Brut Première Cuvée” is produced regardless of the vintage’s character, “in both plentiful and lean years.” With a very low dosage (6g/l), this Brut stands out for its purity and authenticity. The Brut Première Cuvée Bruno Paillard is crafted exclusively from the purest juice of the first pressing. The blend is made from a palette of 32 crus vinified separately in stainless steel vats and barrels, with a minimum of 25% reserve wines, reaching up to 48%.

Aging

Aging on the lees in bottles lasts at least 3 years, followed by a further 3 to 4 months of rest in the cellar after disgorgement. The disgorgement date is indicated on the back label.

Blend

Pinot Noir (45%), Chardonnay (33%), Pinot Meunier (22%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for Bruno Paillard’s Première Cuvée

Tasting

Appearance
On tasting, the Brut Première Cuvée Bruno Paillard displays a brilliant straw gold color, highlighting the liveliness and finesse of its effervescence.

Nose
Complex, the aromatic bouquet showcases the typicity of each grape variety in the blend. Citrus and fruit notes appear first, echoing the Chardonnay, before giving way to red fruit notes reminiscent of redcurrant, raspberry, and morello cherry, indicating the strong presence of Pinot Noir. Finally, Pinot Meunier stands out with suave and exotic notes. Over time, this champagne will develop floral and spicy notes as well as toasted aromas.

Palate
From the very first sip, the wine impresses with its liveliness and minerality, recalling the chalky identity of its terroir. Flavorful and indulgent, the palate is awakened by citrus notes and hints of sweet almond, followed by red and black fruit notes. The finish is precise and lingers beautifully.

Food & wine pairings

This Brut by Bruno Paillard can be served as an aperitif and will also pair beautifully with a meal thanks to its vinous structure.

Serving temperature

To fully appreciate the purity of this Brut Champagne, it is recommended to serve it at 9°C in a tulip-shaped stemmed glass to allow its aromas to fully express themselves.