Champagne Jean Vesselle
Extra Brut

The Champagne Extra Brut by Jean Vesselle is a cuvée that reflects with purity the Grand Cru terroir of Bouzy, renowned for its vocation for Pinot Noir. The blend is composed of 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay, sourced from carefully selected vines that endow the wine with intensity, freshness, and complexity.

Vinification takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature, preserving the aromatic clarity and varietal character of the grapes. After tirage, the wine ages for over 36 months on the lees, developing a fine and creamy texture. The reduced dosage, in Extra Brut style (just 2 g/l), enhances the terroir’s minerality and the wine’s tension, resulting in a cuvée both incisive and elegant.

On the palate, Jean Vesselle Extra Brut displays a bright golden yellow color, enlivened by a dense and persistent perlage. The nose opens with aromas of citrus fruits, white-fleshed fruit, and delicate floral nuances, enriched by a subtle mineral touch. The palate reveals remarkable balance between structure and freshness, with a taut and vibrant progression leading to a long, precise, and saline finish.

Champagne Jean Vesselle

Rooted in Bouzy, a Grand Cru village of the Montagne de Reims, Jean Vesselle stands as one of the most authentic historic estates of Champagne. The family has cultivated vines for over three centuries, and today the tradition is carried on by Delphine and David Vesselle, committed to preserving the identity of Bouzy Pinot Noir, complemented by small parcels of Chardonnay. The vineyard covers about 15 hectares, spread across Bouzy, Chouilly and Loches-sur-Ource, with a clear predominance of Pinot Noir (90%) and a share of Chardonnay (10%).

The estate’s philosophy is based on sustainable viticulture practices, with a focus on soil preservation, grass cover and a thoughtful approach aimed at enhancing the freshness and aromatic complexity of the grapes, while maintaining a strong bond with the land. In the cellar, Jean Vesselle ensures full qualitative control over each cuvée: the Maison’s style is defined by a perfect balance of power and elegance, faithfully reflecting the mineral and fruity soul of the Bouzy terroir.