Champagne Extra Brut

Extra brut champagne appeals to connoisseurs seeking cuvées that are more straightforward, more taut, and less dominated by sugar. With very low dosage, this style places greater emphasis on the terroir, the wine’s precision, and the winemaker’s craftsmanship. This selection brings together champagnes that are fresh, refined, and particularly expressive. It features cuvées from both independent winemakers and major houses, with profiles ranging from the finest minerality to more vinous expressions. A wonderful way to discover champagne in a purer, more precise form.

What is an extra brut champagne?

An extra brut champagne contains very little added sugar after disgorgement. Its dosage is lower than that of a classic brut champagne, resulting in a drier, more crisp sensation on the palate. This low dosage allows the wine’s aromas, the quality of the grapes, and the expression of the terroir to shine through more clearly.

The style of extra brut champagnes

Extra brut champagnes generally offer great freshness, lovely tension, and a very clean finish. They often develop notes of citrus, apple, chalk, or white flowers, with a precise and lively palate. Depending on the grape varieties and winemaking methods, some cuvées can also gain depth and texture while maintaining excellent balance.

What should you pair with an extra brut champagne?

Thanks to their freshness and crispness, extra brut champagnes pair particularly well with seafood, oysters, raw fish, and dishes with a briny flavor. They are also ideal as an aperitif for those who prefer drier, more crisp champagnes.