Brut
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Fresh oysters on the half shell, roasted poultry with light cream sauce, or aged Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Nicolas Feuillatte's Brut represents a modern success story in the historic chalk-soils of Champagne. Founded in the 1970s by its namesake—a charismatic jet-setter who counted Jackie Kennedy and Lauren Bacall among his friends—the house quickly rose to global prominence. This signature non-vintage Brut is a harmonious blend reflecting the diverse terroir of the region, typically composed of 40% Pinot Noir for structure, 40% Meunier for vibrant fruitiness, and 20% Chardonnay for elegance and freshness. Sourced from a vast mosaic of crus across Champagne, the wine undergoes extensive aging in the cellars for at least three years, far exceeding the legal minimum. This slow maturation imparts a delicate complexity, balancing fresh pear and white peach aromas with subtle notes of honey, brioche, and spices, embodying the cooperative's ethos of collective craftsmanship and accessible luxury.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1976 by visionary entrepreneur Nicolas Feuillatte and joined with the Centre Vinicole de la Champagne, Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte is headquartered in Chouilly near Épernay. As Champagne's preeminent cooperative union, the house unites thousands of dedicated winegrowers across diverse premier and grand cru terroirs. The house balances modern technical precision with deep artisanal respect to craft an expressive, fruit-forward, and remarkably consistent range of Champagnes. Its portfolio is celebrated worldwide for its vibrant Brut Réserve, nuanced vintage expressions, and the iconic, dimpled-bottle prestige cuvée, Palmes d'Or.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier