{"product_id":"champagne-cuvee-n-p-u-nec-plus-ultra-2009-bruno-paillard","title":"Champagne Cuvée N.P.U. Nec Plus Ultra 2009 Bruno Paillard","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePrestigious Extra Brut Champagne from Grands Crus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChampagne Cuvée N.P.U. Nec Plus Ultra 2009 Bruno Paillard\u003c\/strong\u003e represents one of the most ambitious expressions of the Maison, designed to celebrate an exceptional vintage with a refined, deep, and highly precise style. It is an \u003cstrong\u003eExtra Brut Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e that combines elegance, complexity, and mineral tension, with a profile built to enhance the purity of the terroir and the aromatic richness of the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cuvée is made from grapes sourced from six \u003cstrong\u003eGrands Crus of Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e: Oger, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Chouilly, Verzenay, Mailly-Champagne, and Bouzy. The blend consists equally of \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e, two emblematic grape varieties of the region, selected to express a balance between finesse, structure, and intensity. The winemaking process involves the use of the first pressing and fermentation in small old oak barrels, a choice that helps add evolving nuances without overshadowing the fruit's expression. The long aging on the lees and the very low dosage complete an essential, tense, and authoritative style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn appearance, it presents a \u003cstrong\u003ebrilliant gold color\u003c\/strong\u003e and a very fine and regular perlage. The bouquet is complex and layered: notes of bigarreau cherry, candied citrus, and white flowers emerge, followed by hints of calisson, nutmeg, fresh ginger, sandalwood, and peppermint. On the palate, the wine is broad, precise, and deep, with an elegant texture supported by delicate freshness and marked \u003cstrong\u003esaltiness\u003c\/strong\u003e. The sensation is fleshy yet impeccably defined, with a long, clean, and persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe structure and finesse of this Champagne make it ideal with high-profile dishes, such as shellfish, scampi, lobster, fish tartare, sushi, and sashimi, but also with more complex preparations based on noble fish. It pairs excellently with delicate white meats, refined game birds, and well-aged hard cheeses. Its extra-brut character and savory vein make it interesting even throughout the meal, especially when looking for a gastronomic Champagne with great personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo best appreciate \u003cstrong\u003eChampagne Cuvée N.P.U. Nec Plus Ultra 2009 Bruno Paillard\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ideal temperature is between \u003cstrong\u003e8 and 10°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is advisable to serve it in a wide Champagne glass to enhance the aromatic expression. If the bottle has been stored for a long time, a brief passage in the glass helps further develop the olfactory profile, without the need for decantation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage is a strong choice for those seeking an exclusive Champagne that combines precision, depth, and a strong territorial identity. \u003cstrong\u003eChampagne Cuvée N.P.U. Nec Plus Ultra 2009 Bruno Paillard\u003c\/strong\u003e stands out for its rigorous selection of grapes, long aging, and its authentic Extra Brut style, which prioritizes purity and finesse. It is an ideal bottle for an important occasion, a gourmet dinner, or to enrich a cellar with a benchmark label of Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Bruno Paillard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56658788516226,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/bruno-paillard-npu-nec-plus-ultra-2009.webp?v=1779204139","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/champagne-cuvee-n-p-u-nec-plus-ultra-2009-bruno-paillard-product","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}