Pierre Paillard Champagne Grand Cru Bouzy Les Mottelettes Chardonnay Extra-Brut 2020

Pierre Paillard’s Bouzy Les Mottelettes is a refined Grand Cru Chardonnay Champagne from the prized terroir of Bouzy, offering precision, tension, and a distinctly mineral style. The 2020 vintage brings freshness and clarity, while the extra-brut dosage keeps the wine focused and elegant. From one of Champagne’s respected grower-producers, this is a bottle that speaks clearly of site and craftsmanship.

Tasting Notes
Pale gold in the glass with a fine, persistent mousse, this Champagne shows a bright and polished appearance. The nose is subtle yet expressive, with notes of citrus peel, white flowers, chalk, green apple, and a delicate toasted nuance that emerges with air. On the palate, it is taut and energetic, balancing crisp acidity with a creamy mid-palate texture. Flavours of lemon zest, pear, wet stone, and subtle brioche lead into a long, saline finish. While already highly enjoyable for its freshness and precision, it has the structure to develop additional complexity over the next several years.

Production
Les Mottelettes comes from the Grand Cru village of Bouzy in the Montagne de Reims, a site better known for Pinot Noir but capable of producing beautifully focused Chardonnay from chalk-rich soils. The grapes are harvested by hand, with careful vineyard selection aimed at preserving purity and ripeness. Vinification is handled with an emphasis on precision and minimal intervention, allowing the character of the site and the 2020 vintage to remain at the forefront.

Food & Serving
This Chardonnay Champagne pairs beautifully with oysters, sashimi, scallops, roast chicken, or lightly creamy poultry dishes, as well as aged hard cheeses. Serve chilled at around 8–10°C to highlight its freshness and fine mousse. Decanting is not recommended; instead, open shortly before serving to preserve its lively aromatic profile.

Producer
Pierre Paillard is a highly regarded grower Champagne house based in Bouzy, known for producing terroir-driven wines with clarity and finesse. The family has a long history in the village and is widely respected for its meticulous vineyard work and thoughtful cellar practices. Their Champagnes have earned a strong reputation among enthusiasts for expressing the identity of Bouzy with both depth and precision.

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