Champagne Pierre Brocard - The Craft of Winemaking in Côte des Bar

A five-generation family heritage

Since 1932, the Brocard family has been perpetuating the art of viticulture and champagne production in Celles-sur-Ource, within the Barséquanais area, at the heart of the Côte des Bar. Thibaud Brocard, representing the fifth generation, took over the family estate in 2012 after gaining valuable experience with renowned winemakers in Burgundy. Under his guidance, the estate continues to produce champagnes that faithfully reflect the terroir and family traditions.

A unique terroir between Champagne and Burgundy

The Côte des Bar, located in the Aube department, is a distinctive wine region marked by unique history and geology. Formerly part of Burgundy until the French Revolution, this area features soils rich in Kimmeridgian and Portlandian limestone, similar to those in Chablis. This terroir imparts a pronounced minerality and unique aromatic complexity to the wines, characteristic of the champagnes from Domaine Brocard Pierre.

Respectful and sustainable viticulture

Committed to an ecological approach, Thibaud Brocard practices organic viticulture, eliminating the use of chemicals to preserve the vineyard's natural balance. Harvesting is done manually, ensuring a rigorous selection of grapes. This attention to the vineyard is reflected in authentic wines that fully express the character of the terroir.

Precise winemaking for exceptional champagnes

In the winery, grapes are gently pressed using a traditional Coquard press, allowing for delicate juice extraction. Fermentations are carried out with indigenous yeasts, primarily in stainless steel tanks to respect the purity of the fruit, with minimal use of sulfur thanks to nitrogen protection. The wines benefit from extended aging on lees, developing remarkable complexity and depth.

Signature cuvées reflecting vineyard diversity

Among the estate's flagship champagnes, the "Cuvée Tradition Brut d'Assemblage" stands out with its blend of 75% Pinot Noir, 20% Pinot Blanc, and 5% Chardonnay, offering aromas of red fruits and a delightful freshness on the palate. The "Contrée Noire Extra Brut" is a pure expression of Pinot Noir from specific parcels, revealing intense notes of dark fruits and an elegant structure. Finally, the "L'Égarée" cuvée surprises with its unique character, resulting from meticulous winemaking and extended aging, offering a rich and complex aromatic palette.