The Bruno Paillard Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru NV is one of the house’s most elegant and refined Champagnes, crafted exclusively from Chardonnay sourced from Grand Cru vineyards in the Côte des Blancs, including Oger and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. A significant proportion of reserve wines is incorporated into the blend, while extended lees ageing and low Extra Brut dosage enhance both complexity and precision. As one of Champagne’s few remaining independent family-owned houses, Bruno Paillard has built a reputation for producing wines of remarkable purity, finesse and longevity.
The nose reveals lime zest, grapefruit and white flowers, alongside notes of almond, brioche and chalky minerality. The palate is vibrant and beautifully textured, combining citrus and orchard fruit with a fine, persistent mousse and a long saline finish. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded the wine 94+ points, Wine Enthusiast 94 points and Falstaff 94 points, praising its freshness, precision and seamless balance.
Ben’s Recommendation:
A benchmark Blanc de Blancs Champagne that beautifully captures the elegance and mineral precision of great Chardonnay. Sophisticated yet effortlessly drinkable, it pairs superbly with oysters, lobster, scallops, sashimi and fine seafood dishes. Equally impressive as an aperitif or at the table, it can be enjoyed now for its freshness or cellared for 5–10 years to develop additional complexity.
