Champagne Extra Brut
Le Coq Tome II

The Champagne Le Coq by Domaine Les Croix from Gaspard Brochet takes shape in the Petite Montagne de Reims, from a selection of Premier Cru classified vineyards in the villages of Écueil and Sacy, where predominantly sandy soils trace a terroir of rare expressive finesse. This cuvée reflects a viticulture practised with organic methods, albeit without specific certifications, and a soil management adapted each time to the needs of every individual plot and to the climatic conditions of the year, the result of an artisanal philosophy that conceives and celebrates the dimension of wine above all else. The outcome is a frank and profoundly vinous expression, in which a sincere attachment to the family heritage asserts itself through a personal language able to convey with precision the authentic character of this terroir.

This edition, Tome II built on the 2023 harvest, is a Blanc de Noirs made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes, vinified by gravity in oak barrels without fining, racking or filtration and with barrels left unfilled, in a process that supports the natural evolution of the wine and the aromatic development born from gentle contact with oxygen. After the tirage comes an ageing on its own lees for a minimum period of 24 months, while at dégorgement the final dosage of 1.5 g/l, in an Extra Brut style, safeguards its transparency and expressive clarity.

On tasting, Le Coq Tome II presents an ample and vinous profile, where the ripe flesh of Pinot Noir intertwines with hints of red fruits, citrus and a delicate spicy texture, all underpinned by a subtle chalky imprint that defines its character. On the palate the structure is dense and energetic, run through by a saline freshness that lends momentum and tension to the material, while the fine effervescence accompanies the palate without ever overwhelming it. The finish, long and vibrant, closes on a mineral breath, where crisp fruit returns alongside a chalky trail that confirms the precision and balance of this Blanc de Noirs.