Agrapart Champagne Grand Cru Avizoise Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 2016

A tour de force of terroir-driven Champagne, crafted by visionary grower Pascal Agrapart. Sourced exclusively from a single parcel of old Chardonnay vines planted in 1960 in the renowned Grand Cru village of Avize, this cuvée comes from a unique plot characterized by deep, clay-rich topsoils over pure chalk. Vinified in neutral oak barrels with indigenous yeasts, undergoing full malolactic fermentation, and bottled with a minimal dosage (typically around 3g/L), ‘Avizoise’ is an uncompromising expression of power, texture, and chalky precision.

The nose is breathtakingly deep and complex, opening with rich notes of yellow apple, poached pear, citrus oil, and brioche, underpinned by crushed chalk, toasted hazelnut, and subtle smoky reduction. On the palate, it exhibits extraordinary volume and vinous presence—a trademark of Avize's clay soils—balanced seamlessly by fine, persistent bead and a laser-like beam of mineral acidity. The finish is remarkably long, broad, and saline, leaving a lingering impression of crystalline purity. A true connoisseur's Champagne, it offers immense pleasure now and will continue to flourish in the cellar for well over a decade.