Champagne Jacquesson - Champagne - Cuvée n° 742 DT - Extra-Brut - White

Wine:

A Champagne of great class, the Cuvée n° 742 Dégorgement Tardif Extra-Brut opens with delicate creamy notes, hints of hazelnut and dried fruits, and a touch of buttery pastry. Its fine, delicate bubbles enhance the wine’s richly flavorful character, making it immediately enjoyable. The texture is long and exceptionally smooth, with a clear saline edge, an airy finesse, and a mouthwatering vinosity. Rated 94/100 by Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France (RVF).

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Base vintage 2014 and some reserve wines. Vinification and ageing in tuns on lees, without filtration or fining. 96 months on lees, under cork. Production of 17 980 bottles and 900 magnums. Late disgorgement in April 2023. Dosage: 0.5 g/l (Extra Brut).

Color:

pale gold.

Nose:

A delicate, creamy profile with hints of hazelnut, dried fruit, and a buttery, pastry-like note.

Palate:

Its fine, elegant bubbles add to the wine’s rich, ready-to-drink character. The texture is long and exceptionally smooth, with a clear hint of salinity, an airy quality, and a mouthwatering vinosity.

Temperature:

Serve between 8 and 10°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Aperitif, plate of Pata Negra, Parmegiano Reggiano, salmon roe on toast with thick cream, raw and marinated fish, oyster tartar with Aquitaine caviar, seafood, pike with beurre blanc,...

Cellar aging:

From now until 2029, and even longer for enthusiasts.

With 3 stars in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France (RVF), Champagne Jacquesson stands as one of the most remarkable success stories in Champagne today. The Chiquet brothers have raised the bar to exceptional heights, making this house a top choice among serious champagne enthusiasts.

It’s no coincidence that Artemis Domaines—the powerhouse behind names like Clos de Tart, Château Latour, and Château Grillet—acquired this iconic estate, keeping its core values and dedicated team intact, with resources to propel it even further.

Jacquesson’s reputation, built on relentless standards, biodynamic-inspired practices, and meticulous precision, has won widespread acclaim. With its unique style, oak vinification, and limited production, Jacquesson has become a shining star in Champagne over the past two decades, cherished by true connoisseurs.

Each cuvée is a moment of grace—a true artisan’s Champagne, vibrant, precise, and intense, with a character that stands out among the finest.