Brocard Pierre

Fifth generation vigneron Thibaud Brocard’s handcrafted, terroir-focused wines are transparent and electrifying. His wines channel Champagne’s Côte des Bar in an effortless display of youth and freshness. His family vineyards, situated near the vil- lage of Celles-sur-Ource in the Seine River valley, are part of a geographically, biologically, and culturally diverse region. The gastronomic vintage Champagnes, made from single-grape varieties and parcels, form the basis for Thibaud’s philosophy.

Thibaud’s great grandfather, Georges Brocard, began producing Champagne in 1932. He was followed by Emile Brocard, Henri Brocard, then Pierre Brocard, Thibaud’s father. In 2012, Thibaud took over the family estate under his father’s watchful eye. Today, he endeavours to practice a sustainable and responsible viticulture, with next generations and the Earth’s future at its core. He does so under no eco-friendly label or charter.

In the cellar, he uses a blend of new and old methods to create terroir reflective wines. They’re practically etched into clay and limestone Kimmeridgien soils, which impart longevity and personality to the Pinot Noir, as well as minerality and vivacity to the Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay. The traditional Coquard press insures a slow and homogenous press to minimise colour extrac- tion and ensure that the most delicate fruit flavours are expressed. The use of stainless steel and nitrogen also help minimise the use of sulphur.