Pascal Agrapart Venus Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Champagne 2016 WA98/JS95/V94

Experience the crystalline purity of Agrapart & Fils 2016 Extra-Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Vénus, an exceptional champagne born from Avize’s revered chalk soils. Crafted exclusively from hand-harvested Chardonnay vines planted in 1959, this zero-dosage cuvée embodies minimalist winemaking at its finest—practicing organic and untouched by dosage sugar to reveal terroir in its purest form.

Unlock profound complexity with each effervescent sip: vibrant notes of white grapefruit and lemon confit dance alongside layered whispers of toasted almonds, crushed seashells, and warm brioche. Its striking saline minerality—praised by Wine Advocate (98pts) for its “intensely saline finish”—merges with racy acidity and a silken mousse, creating tension that lingers beautifully. James Suckling (95pts) highlights its “precision and lingering salinity,” while Venus Magazine (94pts) applauds its “understated precision” and floral elegance.

Beyond accolades, this limited-production gem hails from a microscopic 0.3-hectare plot farmed entirely by hand since the Eisenhower era. Disgorged in May 2022, it offers both immediate allure and impressive cellar potential. At 12.5% alcohol, this collector’s champagne delivers an uncompromising expression of Grand Cru Avize—ideal for marking milestones or elevating gourmet pairings.

Note: As a Fine & Rare category item, this champagne is excluded from standard discounts.