For nearly 300 years, the Vesselle family has cultivated top-tier Pinot Noir in the chalky soils of the Grand Cru of Bouzy, crafting exceptional Blanc de Noirs Champagnes. Their NV Brut Réserve blends 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay, showcasing power layered with flavors of brioche, wild strawberries, dried pear, plum, and white pepper spice. This full-bodied Champagne is hand-harvested, gently pressed, and cellared for two years to develop its complex depth, with considerable intensity and personality. With its elegant yet bold character, this Champagne perfectly embodies the Montagne de Reims terroir.
Where It Grows:
Made in Bouzy, a grand cru village in the Montagne de Reims, this Champagne benefits from Bouzy’s warmer microclimate and south-facing slopes, which are perfect for the red-skinned Pinot Noir in such a cool growing zone. The Vesselle family has been cultivating some of the village’s best vines for generations, mastering this unique terroir to produce wines with bold personality and elegance. Their Brut Réserve captures the rich, vinous character that reflect the region’s exceptional qualities.
How It's Made:
Grapes are hand-harvested and gently pressed immediately to prevent maceration; then the juice is fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. The wine undergoes full malolactic fermentation, and then secondary fermentation occurs in bottle, with aging on the lees for two years. The wines are disgorged just before shipment, with 11 g/l added for dosage, ensuring freshness and optimal expression of
the Champagne’s vibrant character and richness.
What It Tastes Like:
Vesselle’s NV Brut Réserve is a beautifully balanced Champagne, offering a rich mix
of brioche, wild strawberries, and a touch of white pepper spice. The 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay blend brings out the wine’s bold, vinous character, with intense flavors of dried pear, plum, and chamomile. The wine’s depth is revealed over time, showing off layers of complexity, meaning it can benefit from a decant before serving to fully enjoy its richness and personality.
