Champagne Cuvée N.P.U. Nec Plus Ultra 2009 Bruno Paillard

Prestigious Extra Brut Champagne from Grands Crus

Champagne Cuvée N.P.U. Nec Plus Ultra 2009 Bruno Paillard 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 Extra Brut Champagne 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.

Territory and wine style

The cuvée is made from grapes sourced from six Grands Crus of Champagne: Oger, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Chouilly, Verzenay, Mailly-Champagne, and Bouzy. The blend consists equally of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, 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.

Tasting notes

In appearance, it presents a brilliant gold color 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 saltiness. The sensation is fleshy yet impeccably defined, with a long, clean, and persistent finish.

Recommended pairings

The 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.

Serving temperature

To best appreciate Champagne Cuvée N.P.U. Nec Plus Ultra 2009 Bruno Paillard, the ideal temperature is between 8 and 10°C. 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.

Why buy it

This vintage is a strong choice for those seeking an exclusive Champagne that combines precision, depth, and a strong territorial identity. Champagne Cuvée N.P.U. Nec Plus Ultra 2009 Bruno Paillard 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.