{"title":"Nicolas Maillart","description":"\u003cp\u003eNicolas Maillart is a family grower in the village of Écueil on the Montagne de Reims. The house makes Pinot Noir-led Champagne from its own premier and grand cru vineyards, fermented and aged in wood and finished with little dosage: grower Champagne with a clear sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNicolas Maillart: grower Champagne from Écueil since the 1700s\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Maillart family has grown vines on the Montagne de Reims since at least 1753, when their ancestors farmed in Chamery, and a document from 1533 already mentions a Pierre Maillart in the area. Nicolas Maillart took over the family vineyards in 2003 after studying engineering and oenology, and has since made the house one of the most talked-about growers on the Montagne de Reims. The vineyards lie in the premier cru villages of Écueil and Villers-Allerand and the grand cru village of Bouzy, and much of the planting comes from massal selection of the family's own old vines. The estate is certified for sustainable farming (HVE) and runs on its own solar panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePinot Noir, oak and low dosage: how Nicolas Maillart works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style is built on \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pinot-noir\"\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/a\u003e from the Montagne de Reims, which gives Champagne with body, red fruit and a distinct chalky minerality. Every wine is fermented and aged in oak barrels or larger foudres, lightly sulphured and bottled unfiltered. Dosage is low, and most of the range is labelled Extra Brut. The result is Champagne with texture and depth that opens up with a little air in the glass and works as well at the table as it does as an aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlatine, Mont Martin, Les Coupés and Jolivettes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1er Cru Platine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlatine is the house's classic cuvée, a blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier from the premier cru sites, with some reserve wine. It is the way into the style: generous and fresh, with a light nutty note from the barrels, and it comes in magnum as well as bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMont Martin and Les Coupés\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMont Martin is a vintage Champagne from a single vineyard in Villers-Allerand, made from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pinot-meunier\"\u003ePinot Meunier\u003c\/a\u003e, with soft fruit and a long, chalky finish. Les Coupés comes from a small plot in Écueil planted with ungrafted Pinot Noir, mostly in 1973. That is a rarity in Champagne, where almost every vine has stood on American rootstock since phylloxera, and the wine is concentrated and deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJolivettes Grand Cru and Millésime\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJolivettes is a blanc de noirs from the grand cru village of Bouzy, rich and powerful with darker fruit. The house's 1er Cru Millésime, here from 2008, shows how well these wines develop with extra years in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNicolas Maillart FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Nicolas Maillart blanc de noirs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA blanc de noirs is a white Champagne made only from black grapes, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. At Nicolas Maillart that includes Jolivettes from Bouzy, Mont Martin from Villers-Allerand and Les Coupés from Écueil. The label often just says \"Maillart\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Extra Brut mean on a Nicolas Maillart Champagne?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtra Brut means very little added sugar, no more than six grams per litre. It lets the character of the vineyard and the barrel ageing take centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat food goes with Nicolas Maillart?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlatine suits oysters, shellfish and sushi. The fuller wines, such as Jolivettes and Les Coupés, can take roast chicken, veal with a mushroom sauce, truffle and aged hard cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich other grower Champagnes are similar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like oak-aged, vineyard-driven grower Champagne, try \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champagne-jacques-selosse\"\u003eJacques Selosse\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champagne-marguet\"\u003eChampagne Marguet\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champagne\"\u003eChampagne\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"nicolas-maillart-jolivettes-grand-cru-2016","title":"Nicolas Maillart Jolivettes Grand Cru 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003eNicolas Maillart Jolivettes Grand Cru 2016 is a striking single-vineyard Champagne that showcases the power and finesse of Bouzy’s celebrated Grand Cru terroir. Made entirely from Pinot Noir, it reflects Nicolas Maillart’s terroir-driven philosophy and the distinctive character of an outstanding vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a luminous golden hue with a refined, persistent stream of bubbles. The nose opens with vibrant red berry aromas of cherry and raspberry, layered with citrus, spice, toasted almond, brioche, and a subtle mineral edge from extended lees ageing.\n\nThe palate is generous and structured, with a silky mousse, precise acidity, and impressive depth. Ripe fruit, chalky minerality, and nuanced spice carry through to a long, elegant finish. This is a Champagne with excellent aging potential, likely to gain even more complexity and savoury depth with time in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrafted from 100% Pinot Noir grown on the Jolivettes parcel in Bouzy, this wine comes from south-facing slopes with chalk-rich soils that encourage full ripeness while preserving freshness and minerality. The 2016 vintage brought both concentration and liveliness, resulting in a wine with notable tension and complexity. Vinification is focused on expressing the site’s identity, with extended lees ageing contributing texture and layered complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn excellent match for duck breast, quail, foie gras, or mature hard cheeses, where its structure and depth can complement rich, savoury flavours. Serve chilled, ideally around 8-10°C, and consider a brief decant only if the wine is particularly closed on opening, though it is generally best enjoyed fresh from the bottle to preserve its fine mousse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChampagne Nicolas Maillart is a respected grower-producer known for expressive, terroir-focused Champagnes from top sites in the Montagne de Reims and beyond. With a reputation for precision, site transparency, and premium single-vineyard cuvées, the estate has earned strong recognition among Champagne enthusiasts for combining traditional craftsmanship with a modern, meticulous approach.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Nicolas Maillart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252076106065,"sku":"FW-5946","price":106.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/jolivettes_nv.png?v=1783443030"},{"product_id":"nicolas-maillart-1er-cru-millesime-2008","title":"Nicolas Maillart 1er Cru Millesime 2008","description":"\u003cp\u003eNicolas Maillart 1er Cru Millésime 2008 is a standout vintage Champagne from one of the region’s most respected grower-producers, crafted in the exceptional 2008 harvest year. Made from Premier Cru vineyards and blending the structure of Pinot Noir with the finesse of Chardonnay, it offers both elegance and depth in a style that speaks clearly of its terroir and pedigree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this Champagne shows a pale straw-gold colour with a refined, persistent mousse. The nose opens with ripe apple, citrus zest, roasted nuts, and a subtle brioche character, giving way to a layered and inviting aromatic profile.\n\nOn the palate, it is intense yet beautifully balanced, with a bright, harmonious acidity and a distinct mineral backbone. The finish is long and graceful, with lingering notes of fresh citrus and gentle spice. Thanks to the quality of the vintage and its structural balance, it has excellent aging potential and can continue to develop complexity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis cuvée is sourced from Nicolas Maillart’s Premier Cru parcels in Champagne, where chalky, mineral-rich soils help shape the wine’s freshness and precision. The blend is dominated by Pinot Noir, bringing structure and depth, while Chardonnay adds lift, finesse, and tension. The 2008 vintage, marked by cool conditions and excellent ripening, contributed to a wine of remarkable balance and concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an excellent match for oysters, scallops, lobster, sushi, or delicate poultry dishes, and it also pairs well with aged hard cheeses. Serve chilled at around 8–10°C. Decanting is generally not necessary, but a little time in the glass can help the aromas open up beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChampagne Nicolas Maillart is a highly regarded grower estate with a long family history in the region and a strong reputation for expressive, terroir-driven Champagnes. Based in Champagne, the house is known for its meticulous vineyard work and precision in the cellar, producing wines that consistently highlight the character of their Premier Cru sites. Among serious Champagne lovers, Nicolas Maillart has earned recognition for combining traditional craftsmanship with impressive depth and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Nicolas Maillart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255044952401,"sku":"FW-5131","price":81.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/millisime-nv.png?v=1783456114"},{"product_id":"maillart-champagne-1er-cru-platine-extra-brut","title":"Maillart Champagne 1er Cru Platine Extra Brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaillart Champagne 1er Cru Platine Extra Brut is a refined, terroir-driven Champagne that showcases the precision and purity of premier cru vineyards in the Montagne de Reims. Crafted with a blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier, this non‑vintage cuvée balances intensity and elegance with a razor‑sharp, dry finish. The low dosage in this Extra Brut style lets the character of the fruit and chalky soils of Champagne, France, shine through with clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Platine Extra Brut shows a pale, luminous straw colour with silvery highlights and a fine, persistent bead of bubbles. On the nose, it opens with fresh citrus and green apple, followed by notes of white flowers, chalk, and a subtle brioche character from ageing on lees. Hints of pear, almond and a touch of spice add complexity as it aerates.\n\nThe palate is crisp, dry and precise, led by Pinot Noir’s structure and red-fruit backbone, lifted by Chardonnay’s tension and purity, and rounded by Pinot Meunier’s gentle fruitiness. Expect flavours of lemon zest, tart apple, stone fruit and delicate pastry, wrapped in a distinctly mineral, chalk‑driven finish. The Extra Brut dosage keeps the wine linear and refreshing, making it a superb aperitif Champagne with notable length. While ready to drink now, this cuvée has the structure to evolve gracefully for another 3–5 years, gaining more brioche, hazelnut and honeyed nuances over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from premier cru vineyards primarily around Ecueil and neighbouring villages in the Montagne de Reims, this Champagne reflects the region’s classic mix of chalk and limestone soils, with some clay that brings body and depth. The grapes are harvested by hand to ensure careful selection in the vineyard, preserving only the healthiest bunches. In the cellar, each grape variety and parcel is vinified separately, often with a portion fermented in oak to add texture and complexity, while the rest is kept in stainless steel to retain freshness and precision. Reserve wines from prior vintages are blended into the base wine to ensure consistency and depth, after which the cuvée undergoes secondary fermentation in bottle and extended ageing on lees before disgorgement at an Extra Brut dosage, keeping sugar levels low and terroir expression high.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Extra Brut Champagne is an excellent match for refined, delicate dishes where freshness and texture matter. Pair it with oysters, scallop carpaccio, sashimi, or a simple plate of prawns with lemon for a classic maritime combination. It also works beautifully with goat’s cheese, light poultry dishes, sushi, or tempura, and can cut through the richness of creamy starters or lightly fried appetizers. Serve well‑chilled at around 8–10°C (46–50°F). A brief 10–15 minutes in the glass is sufficient for it to open up; decanting is not necessary, though pouring into suitably sized white wine or tulip‑shaped Champagne glasses will help the aromas fully express themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Nicolas Maillart estate is a historic grower‑producer rooted in the Montagne de Reims, with a family lineage in Champagne viticulture that dates back several centuries. Based in the premier cru village of Ecueil, the domaine is known for its focus on Pinot Noir‑driven Champagnes that faithfully express the chalky slopes and cooler climate of the region. Over time, Nicolas Maillart has gained a strong reputation among Champagne enthusiasts for combining traditional, hands‑on methods with thoughtful modern precision, often working sustainably in the vineyard and carefully managing yields to maximise concentration and balance. The house’s wines, including Platine Extra Brut, have earned critical praise for their purity, texture and clear sense of place, making Nicolas Maillart a noteworthy reference point for terroir‑focused grower Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicolas Maillart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255202828625,"sku":"XW-16325","price":54.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/maillart-champagne-1er-cru-platine-extra-brut_16325_1_7fa28669-23f1-431b-a2e3-46333568a5e1.webp?v=1783457295"},{"product_id":"maillart-champagne-les-coupes-1er-cru-pinot-noir-franc-de-pied-2018","title":"Maillart Champagne Les Coupes 1er Cru Pinot Noir Franc de Pied 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaillart Champagne Les Coupes 1er Cru Pinot Noir Franc de Pied 2018 is a rare and characterful Blanc de Noirs from one of Champagne’s most respected grower-producers. Crafted entirely from ungrafted Pinot Noir vines (franc de pied), it offers a vivid, unfiltered expression of grape and place that is increasingly hard to find in the region. Sourced from a single Premier Cru site, this 2018 vintage marries depth and precision in a style that will appeal to serious Champagne lovers and adventurous drinkers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Les Coupes 2018 shows a luminous pale gold hue with delicate copper highlights, animated by a fine, persistent bead. The nose opens with ripe orchard fruits—think yellow apple, pear, and mirabelle plum—layered with wild red berry nuances, citrus zest, and hints of crushed chalk, brioche, and subtle spice.\n\nOn the palate, this Champagne is both incisive and generous: pure Pinot Noir fruit delivers juicy red and yellow stone fruits, blood orange, and a whisper of raspberry, wrapped in a creamy yet tensile texture. A distinct mineral backbone and precise acidity keep everything lifted and focused, leading to a long, saline finish with notes of pastry and dried flowers. While already expressive and harmonious now, it has the structure to evolve beautifully over the next 6–10 years, gaining complexity and tertiary nuances with time in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLes Coupes is sourced from a Premier Cru terroir in the Montagne de Reims area of Champagne, where chalk and limestone-rich soils give the wines their hallmark tension and minerality. The Pinot Noir vines used here are planted franc de pied—on their original rootstock rather than being grafted—allowing for a particularly pure and direct expression of the variety and site. Harvesting is typically done by hand to ensure careful selection of perfectly ripe, healthy grapes. In the cellar, the must is gently pressed to preserve finesse, then vinified with a focus on highlighting terroir over manipulation, using temperature-controlled fermentations and extended maturation on the lees to build texture and complexity before the long second fermentation and aging in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Champagne’s depth and structure make it a superb match for refined dishes such as tuna tartare, salmon sashimi, scallops, or lobster, as well as poultry in light cream sauces and veal carpaccio. It also pairs beautifully with charcuterie, aged cheeses like Comté or Gruyère, and mushroom-based dishes that echo its earthy-mineral nuances. Serve well-chilled but not ice-cold, ideally at 8–10°C (46–50°F), to allow the aromatics to open. A short 15–20 minutes in a decanter or in the glass can further enhance its complexity, especially as the wine continues to gain texture and nuance with a bit of air.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNicolas Maillart is a highly regarded grower-producer based in the Montagne de Reims, with family roots in Champagne viticulture that stretch back several generations. The estate focuses primarily on Pinot Noir from Premier Cru and Grand Cru villages, producing characterful Champagnes that are firmly anchored in their terroirs. Known for meticulous vineyard work, sustainable practices, and a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach in the cellar, Nicolas Maillart has earned a strong reputation among Champagne enthusiasts and critics alike for wines that combine precision, intensity, and authenticity. Les Coupes Franc de Pied represents one of the domaine’s more distinctive expressions, highlighting both the uniqueness of ungrafted vines and the quality of its Premier Cru holdings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicolas Maillart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255202763089,"sku":"XW-46969","price":235.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/maillart-champagne-les-coupes-1er-cru-pinot-noir-franc-de-pied-2018_46969_1_2e2c2379-9779-4219-a17b-e45a9a9d34c2.webp?v=1783457295"}],"url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/collections\/nicolas-maillart.oembed","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}