Champagne Jacquesson, Lieu-dit Champ Caïn Grand Cru (Avize) Extra Brut

Avize Champ Cain is part of the Lieux-dits collection of Maison Jacquesson. This is a very confidential Champagne from 1,3 hectare plot of Chardonnay planted on the lieu-dit Champ Cain in the village of Avize. Only 11.220 bottles and 398 magnums have been produced for vintage 2013.

Winery: Champagne Jacquesson
Appellation: Champagne
Average age of vines: Planted in 1962
Farming Methods: Conventional
Maturation: N/A
Soil: Loamy and sandy clay soil with chalky gravel on Campanian bedrock.
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vineyard Orientation: This plot is at the bottom of the slope and has a southerly aspect
Vineyard Size: 1.3 hectare

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Champagne Jacquesson, Lieu-dit Champ Caïn Grand Cru (Avize) Extra Brut 2013	96 James Suckling This elegant sparkling has aromas of raw walnuts and hazelnuts, white grapefruit, bread dough, white sesame and seaweed. It’s electric and vibrant on the palate with so much fresh and salty minerality. Sleek and focused, with tight and fine bubbles. Bone-dry. 100% chardonnay from vines planted in 1962 in a 1.3 ha plot in Avize. No dosage added. Drink or hold. 94+ Wine Advocate The 2013 Extra-Brut Grand Cru Avize – Champ Caïn derives from a parcel planted on a south-facing slope whose grapes were picked on October 10, 2023. It reveals a dense, complex bouquet with aromas of peach, pear, spring flowers, almonds, pastry and citron oil combined with a fresh, minty character. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced, this 2013 has a tauter and more fine-boned texture than usual, which is enhanced by bubbles of striking finesse and delicacy. It requires patience (three to five years) to realize all its potential. Only 11,220 bottles and 398 magnums were produced. 96 Vinous The 2013 Extra-Brut Avize Champ Caïn Grand Cru is a fabulous example of the year as seen from these old-vine blocks planted in 1962. Rich and luxurious, the 2013 possesses notable vertical intensity to play o its considerable depth. Lemon confit, white flowers, graphite, sage and menthol infuse the palate with tons of textural resonance. The 2013 is approachable now, but it remains a young, dense Champagne. There’s just another register of intensity vis-a-vis the other wines in this tasting. Bottled with no dosage.	Bottle Image Label Image Shelf Talker Tech Sheet
Champagne Jacquesson, Lieu-dit Champ Caïn Grand Cru (Avize) Extra Brut 2014	95 Vinous The 2014 Extra-Brut Avize Champ Caïn Grand Cru is a Champagne of extreme precision. Long aging on the lees built gorgeous texture and complexity throughout. Dried pear, chamomile, dried flowers and light hazelnut overtones all grace the 2014. The more mineral-driven, stricter side of Avize begins to emerge with a bit of time in the glass. The no-dosage style works quite well in this airy, focused Champagne. Disgorged: January 2024. 93 James Suckling Creamy style with buttery aromas, lemon curd, leesy character and almost cheese-like depth. Fine mousse. Light-bodied with zesty, citrusy and lifted acidity. Fresh mineral aftertaste. 100% chardonnay. Drink or hold.	Bottle Image Label Image Tech Sheet
Champagne Jacquesson, Lieu-dit Champ Caïn Grand Cru (Avize) Extra Brut 2015	96 Vinous The 2015 Extra-Brut Avize Champ Caïn is impressively powerful, dense and explosive right out of the gate. Candied lemon confit, dried flowers, tangerine peel, acacia honey and chamomile soar from the glass. The 2015 is quite rich and intense, with the more opulent side of Chardonnay very much in evidence. This is a total looker. 95 James Suckling A super-tight and minerally wine, almost austere, with aromas of chalk, restrained lemon peel, fresh butter, limes, white pepper, freshly baked brioche and stone fruit. Pinprick bubbles and a medium body. Zesty and focused, with ripe stone fruit flavors and a savory, minerally finish of slightly bitter citrus. Disgorged February 2025. Drink now.	Bottle Image Label Image