{"product_id":"pierre-paillard-champagne-1er-cru-ludes-meunier-extra-brut-vieilles-vignes-2020","title":"Pierre Paillard Champagne 1er Cru Ludes Meunier Extra Brut Vieilles Vignes 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003ePierre Paillard’s 1er Cru Ludes Meunier Extra Brut Vieilles Vignes 2020 is a characterful grower Champagne that highlights the depth and personality of old-vine Pinot Meunier from a prized Premier Cru site in Ludes. Combining precision, energy, and a distinctive sense of place, it offers a more nuanced, terroir-driven expression of Champagne than the classic blended style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this Champagne typically shows a pale golden hue with fine, persistent bubbles. The nose is expressive yet refined, with aromas of orchard fruit, red berries, citrus peel, white flowers, and subtle brioche or pastry notes from lees aging.\n\nOn the palate, it is сух, focused, and elegantly textured, with Pinot Meunier bringing ripe fruit, supple mid-palate weight, and a gentle savory edge. Extra Brut dosage keeps the wine crisp and lifted, while the old vines add concentration and length. It is well suited to short- to medium-term cellaring, where its complexity can continue to unfold over the next several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from Premier Cru vineyards in Ludes, the wine reflects the cool Champagne climate and chalk-rich soils that lend freshness, minerality, and tension. Vieilles Vignes indicates old vines, which naturally produce lower yields and more concentrated fruit, while Pinot Meunier is especially well adapted to these cooler sites. Crafted in an Extra Brut style, the wine is vinified to preserve precision and site expression, with restrained dosage and a focus on purity rather than richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Champagne pairs beautifully with seafood, sushi, roasted poultry, mushroom dishes, and refined charcuterie, as well as creamy cheeses and lightly spiced dishes. Serve chilled, ideally at 8–10°C, and decanting is not recommended; instead, open and pour carefully to preserve the mousse and aromatic lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePierre Paillard is a respected grower-producer in Champagne, known for producing site-driven wines from Premier Cru vineyards in the village of Bouzy and beyond, with a strong reputation for precision and authenticity. The house has built its standing on careful viticulture and a deep respect for terroir, becoming a benchmark for elegant, high-quality Champagne among enthusiasts and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pierre Paillard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255519695185,"sku":"XW-58753","price":144.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/pierre-paillard-champagne-1er-cru-ludes-vieilles-vignes-meunier-extra-brut-2020_58753_1_e232a205-2104-4681-9050-ba25596e8098.webp?v=1783459433","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/pierre-paillard-champagne-1er-cru-ludes-meunier-extra-brut-vieilles-vignes-2020","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}