| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Producer | Gaspard Brochet |
| Year | NV |
| Classification | AOC Champagne |
| Grapes | 56% Pinot Noir, 22% Chardonnay, 22% Pinot Meunier |
| Color | White |
| Alcohol % | 12,5 |
| Drinking Window | now – 2038 |
| Condition | Perfect. Actual bottle shown in gallery. |
| Volume | 750 ml |
Gaspard Brochet Le Coq Tome I Extra Brut
From the tiny village of Villers-aux-Nœuds, this grower Champagne is led by Pinot Noir, grown on chalk soils with clay and sandy top layers. Bright citrus and orchard fruit, gentle brioche, a distinct saline edge. Fresh, poised, with a clean mineral finish. Drinking well now. Best within the next two to three years.
This article is subject to the margin scheme in accordance with Article 28b of the Dutch VAT Act; VAT is not shown on the invoice.
€ 185,00
Last bottle available
| Weight | 1 kg |
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Gaspard Brochet
Gaspard Brochet is based in Écueil, Premier Cru in the Montagne de Reims, farming parcels across Écueil and Villers-aux-Nœuds. Production is small. In the cellar: native fermentations, minimal intervention, careful ageing. The focus is on individual parcel expression rather than house consistency — which is precisely what the Le Coq series reflects.
Terroir
Villers-aux-Nœuds sits on the northern edge of the Montagne de Reims, where chalk subsoils are layered with clay and sand. The chalk provides drainage and mineral tension; the clay moderates ripening and retains freshness. Exposures here are modest — less direct sun than the grands crus further south — which keeps acidity high and maturation slow. It is a site that rewards patience in the vineyard and restraint in the cellar.
What others say after opening the bottle
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I spoke with Jannes before ordering because I wanted additional photos of the bottle, and that gave me confidence. The wine was ready to drink. Being able to buy single bottles for the occasion instead of full cases suits me well. Everything arrived perfect. T. Driessen
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The advice from Jannes made the selection feel personal, not generic. The wine I ordered for Christmas was exactly as expected. I didn’t need a full case, so buying individual bottles works well. Everything arrived safely and on time. D. Smits
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