TC Extra Brut, Blanc de Blancs Chouilly Grand Cru 2017

Wine Description for TC Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Chouilly Grand Cru 2017 by Vazart-Coquart & Fils

Character

This Blanc de Blancs from the vintage 2017 embodies the quiet grandeur of Vazart-Coquart & Fils: a Champagne that needs no loud gestures. With an Extra Brut dosage – meaning minimal residual sugar – the wine presents itself with an almost ascetic purity that places the focus entirely on fruit and terroir. No sleight of hand, no artifice. Here, the soil speaks.

Terroir & Origin

Chouilly, a village on the southern flank of the Côte des Blancs, is one of the quiet strongholds of Chardonnay in Champagne – distinguished with Grand Cru status and renowned for its mineral depth. The chalk soils of this vineyard site impart a characteristic chalky tension and freshness that persists even in warmer vintages such as 2017. The year 2017 brought ripe, concentrated grapes to Champagne – a challenge and opportunity alike for winemakers who prioritise elegance over richness.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Chardonnay – the noblest and most demanding expression of Champagne. Vazart-Coquart & Fils, a family-run Récoltant-Manipulant house with deep roots in Chouilly, has understood for generations how to bring the Chardonnay of this vineyard site into the cellar with artisanal care. The Extra Brut vinification with its minimal dosage demands impeccable raw material – there is no way to conceal weaknesses. What lands in the glass is the honest reflection of vine, soil and vintage.

Food Pairing Suggestions

A Champagne of this character demands companions that respect its restraint. Oysters and seafood are the classic partners – the salty iodine character of the sea mirrors the mineral texture of the wine. Equally recommended: sashimi, scallops with lemon butter or a simple risotto bianco. Those enjoying it as an aperitif should opt for aged Comté or fine gougères. And sometimes nothing is needed – just the glass.