Brocard Pierre Champagne Absimils Extra Brut 2019

Brocard Pierre Champagne Absimils Extra Brut 2019 is a distinctive, terroir-driven grower Champagne that shines a spotlight on the rare Pinot Blanc grape in Champagne. Crafted in small quantities, this cuvée offers a refined, ultra-precise expression that will appeal to curious enthusiasts and seasoned Champagne lovers alike. Its Extra Brut dosage underscores the purity of fruit, the chalky tension of the soils, and the quiet elegance that defines this part of the Champagne region in France.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Absimils Extra Brut 2019 shows a pale straw to light gold hue, animated by fine, persistent bubbles and a delicate mousse. The nose is expressive yet refined, with notes of crisp pear, green apple, white peach and lemon zest layered over fresh brioche, white blossoms, almond and a subtle chalky minerality. On the palate, the wine is taut, vibrant and linear, with a clean, dry attack that quickly unfolds into a creamy yet precise mid-palate. Flavors of orchard fruit, citrus peel and white currant are interwoven with hints of hazelnut, pastry and wet stone, all framed by a racy acidity and a long, saline finish. The Extra Brut style keeps everything focused and refreshing, making it both a contemplative Champagne and an excellent gastronomic partner. Enjoyable now for its energy and lift, it also has the structure and tension to evolve gracefully over the next 5–8 years, gaining additional complexity and roundness with time in bottle.

Production
Sourced from estate vineyards in the southern reaches of the Champagne region, Brocard Pierre’s Absimils Pinot Blanc grows on predominantly limestone and clay-limestone soils that lend the wine its hallmark minerality and tension. The vines are farmed with a strong focus on environmental respect, using careful vineyard work and low yields to ensure concentration and purity of fruit. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to preserve freshness and delicate aromatics, then gently pressed in whole bunches. Fermentation takes place in a combination of stainless steel and, in part, neutral oak to build texture without masking the grape’s character, followed by extended aging on the lees to develop depth and finesse. Disgorged with a very low dosage in the Extra Brut style, the wine is bottled with minimal intervention to capture a transparent expression of the vintage and terroir.

Food & Serving
This Extra Brut Champagne is an outstanding match for refined, subtly flavored dishes that echo its tension and elegance. Think oysters and delicate shellfish, crudo or ceviche, scallops with citrus and herbs, or simply prepared white fish. It also pairs beautifully with sushi and sashimi, fresh goat cheese, light poultry dishes, and vegetable-based starters like asparagus or fennel salad. Serve well-chilled at around 8–10°C (46–50°F) to highlight its precision and brightness. A brief 10–15 minutes in a carafe, or simply allowing the wine to open in the glass, will help reveal more of its aromatic complexity without diminishing its freshness.

Producer
Brocard Pierre is an artisanal grower-producer based in the Champagne region of France, known for crafting characterful, terroir-expressive Champagnes from family-owned vineyards. Working predominantly with organically minded, low-intervention practices, the estate focuses on highlighting individual parcels and lesser-seen varieties, such as Pinot Blanc, alongside the region’s classic grapes. Over the years, Brocard Pierre has gained a loyal following among Champagne enthusiasts and sommelier circles for its precise, mineral-driven style and commitment to authenticity. The domaine’s wines, including Absimils, are often praised for their combination of purity, textural finesse and a clear sense of place, reinforcing the producer’s reputation as a noteworthy voice in the grower Champagne movement.