Champagne Brut Nature
Dits-Lieux

The Champagne Dits-Lieux by Thibaud Brocard – Domaine Pierre Brocard – was conceived as the synthesis of 10 parcels blended from clay-limestone soils of Portlandian and Kimmeridgian origin in the Côte des Bar. It is a project that enhances the identity of each individual lieu-dit through a collective interpretation of the territory, where the limestone component brings tension and precision, while clay contributes structure and depth.

This edition is based on a blend composed of 70% from the 2022 vintage and 30% réserve perpétuelle, a choice that provides aromatic depth and stylistic continuity. The blend combines Pinot Noir (75%), Pinot Blanc (20%) – among the rare Cépages Oubliés of Champagne – and Chardonnay (5%), shaping a dynamic profile capable of uniting structure, breadth, and mineral tension. Pressing is carried out using a traditional 4000 kg vertical Coquard press, followed by vinification and fermentation with 90% in stainless steel and 10% in oak barrels, preserving expressive precision while adding further complexity. After bottling, the wine undergoes lees aging for a minimum of 24 months. The final dosage of 0 g/l, in Brut Nature style, enhances the identity of the terroir in a direct and transparent way.

On the nose, Dits-Lieux reveals a broad and seductive bouquet dominated by Pinot Noir, with notes of ripe red fruits and mineral nuances. On the palate, it shows harmony and vinosity, supported by a precise freshness that provides momentum without weighing down the structure. The finish is dynamic, with a slightly mentholated note that extends the persistence and highlights the overall balance.