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    1 659
  • Producer ranking ?

    20
  • Decanting time

    15
  • When to drink

    2023-2035
  • Food Pairing

    Tuna pastrami, smoked salmon & rillette de veau

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The Story

The Bruno Paillard N.P.U.- « Nec Plus Ultra » was born from the idea to create the greatest possible Champagne wine, whatever the constraints. To do this, the most extreme choices have been made at each step of the production of this outstanding Champagne wine.
This foolish dream gave birth to the N.P.U.-“Nec Plus Ultra”.

Blend: 50% Chardonnay, 50%  Pinot Noir

Classification: Grand Cru

Dosage: Extra Brut <6 g/L

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Vintage 2004

A great example of how large yields do not necessarily mean poor quality in Champagne. As a reaction to the previous year's low yields, the vines produced one of the largest crops on record. The growing season proceeded without major difficulties but the bumper crop called for bud thinning. August brought about cooler weather and some rains, increasing the risk of rot. The massive crop, averaging 13,990 kg/ha, was picked from September 18th on...

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Written Notes

Light yellow colour. Open and complex nose with fresh oceanic aromas of oystershells, some dried apricots and peculiar aroma reminding of foie gras on toasted canapes! Dry and vividly crispy palate shows great intensity and lean pure green apple fruit. Firm and solid but introvert champagne. Benefits from 2-3 years further ageing or if serving now, then decanting for 15 minutes before serving. Serve 8-10°C with sauteed foie gras or with Sole Meunière. JL 88p (9/9/2020)

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Origin

Reims, Champagne

Grapes

50% Pinot Noir
50% Chardonnay

Drinking temperature

9-11C
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