Champagne Bruno Paillard 'Cuvée 72' NV

“Cuvée 72” is a deep, time-sculpted interpretation of the Première Cuvée: blended from first-press Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, and Pinot Noir (20% barrel-fermented) and matured an extraordinary 72 months before shipment. This extended aging reveals a Champagne of remarkable complexity, harmony, and textural finesse, weaving citrus, floral lift, and fine spice into richer tones of dried fruit, honey, and toast. Elegant yet generous, it is a bottle that bridges freshness with maturity in true Bruno Paillard style.

Quick Facts

• Appellation: Champagne, France

• Style: Extra Brut (<6 g/L)

• Varieties: 45% Pinot Noir, 33% Chardonnay, 22% Pinot Meunier

• Reserve Wines: Extensive system dating back to 1985

• Oak Influence: ~20% first fermentation in barrel

• Aging: 36 months on lees + 36 months post-disgorgement = 72 months

Tasting Profile

• Aroma: Citrus leading into white flowers (orange blossom, hawthorn, acacia), followed by notes of spice such as saffron and cedar wood.
• Palate: Lively yet enveloping attack with flavors of redcurrant jelly, black fruits, honeyed notes, and dried fruit complexity. Creamy, refined texture with a long, pure, generous finish.
• Appearance: A bright, golden hue with fine bubbles.

Why We Love It

Cuvée 72 embodies what makes Bruno Paillard so compelling to us: purity, patience, and exceptional craftsmanship. The extended aging polishes every edge, resulting in a Champagne that feels luxurious, gastronomic, and deeply expressive. It delivers the elegance of the Première Cuvée with an additional dimension of depth and time, making it ideal for collectors and for moments that call for something special.

Winemaking Notes

• Multi-vintage blend drawing on more than 30 individual wines, with over half coming from estate vineyards.

• A significant portion (20%) undergoes first fermentation in oak barrels, building subtle complexity.

• Aged 36 months on lees, then 36 months in cellar after disgorgement, hence the name “72.”

• Dosage kept Extra Brut (<6 g/L) to preserve purity and structural clarity.

• Designed as an elevated expression of Première Cuvée, exploring the impact of time.

Serving & Pairing

Ideal Temperature: 48–52°F
Stemware: Zalto Universal or Burgundy for maximum aromatic range

Pairing Suggestions:

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• Roasted poultry or duck

• Lobster with citrus butter

• Porcini risotto or truffle dishes

• Aged alpine cheeses

Its depth and creamy texture pair particularly well with richer dishes and umami-driven cuisine.

About Bruno Paillard

Founded in 1981, Bruno Paillard is one of Champagne’s youngest and most visionary maisons - created with a singular mission to craft wines of uncompromising purity, elegance, and transparency. The estate quickly rose to prominence through its pioneering use of perpetual reserve wines (dating back to 1985) and its insistence on using only the first pressing for every cuvée. Known for low-dosage, mineral-driven Champagnes that marry tension with finesse, the house has become a favorite among sommeliers, collectors, and lovers of terroir. Today, under the leadership of Bruno and his daughter Alice, the maison continues to define a modern, artisanal expression of Champagne rooted in precision, sustainability, and timeless style.