Champagne Bruno Paillard - Première Cuvée Extra Brut
94/100
Bettane & Desseauve
93/100
Gault & Millau
92+/100
Robert Parker
"Remarkably elegant, combining minerality with rich aromas, this wine is sure to win you over!"
The Première Cuvée Extra Brut, Bruno Paillard’s signature cuvée, is a highly personal interpretation of the region as a whole. It is a blend of more than 30 crus from Champagne’s finest terroirs, the exact composition of which is kept secret. Crystal-clear and sophisticated, this cuvée is perfect as an aperitif or to accompany a refined meal.
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Eye
Shiny straw-yellow color, extremely fine and lively bubbles
Nose
Fresh and fruity, with initial citrus aromas—lime, grapefruit—typical of Chardonnay, followed by red fruit aromas: red currant, raspberry, and sour cherry, revealing the strong presence of Pinot Noir
Palate
A lively attack, chalky minerality, initial notes of citrus, almonds, and toasted bread, a rich, indulgent body and lovely length, with a clean, salty finish
Serve
At 8-10°C
Drink before
2026
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy as an aperitif, paired with puff pastry appetizers, fish, shellfish, foie gras, white meats, Brie de Meaux, aged Salers cheese...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2024 guide) 94/100
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Wine rated (2023 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
A beautiful autolysis and a rich, indulgent palate featuring almond blossoms and candied zest, paired with a lively yet delicate effervescence, hit the mark. As is often the case with this house’s champagnes, this cuvée calls for fine dining: it’s easy to imagine a blue lobster grilled over binchotan charcoal, served with a few fava beans and peas, and a sauce made from the lobster shells.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2023 guide) 92+/100 (Outstanding wine)
About the wine:
A blend of 45% Pinot Noir, 33% Chardonnay, and 22% Pinot Meunier, the Paillard NV Extra-Brut Première Cuvée offers an elegant and fresh bouquet with aromas of citrus oil, lemon, spring flowers, pomelo, and hints of pastry. Medium-bodied to full-bodied, crystal-clear, and vibrant, it is complemented by a delicate mousse and a chalky finish. Best enjoyed within the next three years.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated Estate (2024 Guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
“Since its founding in 1981, its founder and longtime manager, Bruno Paillard, has continued to juggle numerous responsibilities, including serving as CEO of the Lanson-BBC Group. He is now supported by his daughter Alice, who passionately oversees relations with the vineyard—part of which is still entirely organically farmed, adhering closely to organic principles without seeking certification. For the past two years, we have been delighted to rediscover this house and the spirit of its aromatic, expressive cuvées, supported on the palate by fine acidity and delicate bubbles. The disgorgement dates are listed on the back labels. We are awarding it its first star.”