Champagne Jean-Marie Bandock
Champagne house in Bouzy, Montagne de Reims.
- Village
- Bouzy (Grand Cru)
- Region
- Montagne de Reims
- Founded
- 1950
- Cuvées in the guide
- 8
Maison Jean-Marie Bandock is a Grand Cru champagne house based in Bouzy, specialising in Pinot Noir. The house was founded in 1950 and is now run by four generations, with the family business working according to principles of sustainable development and raisonnée (balanced) farming.
Vineyards and Terroir
The vineyards lie on the slopes of Bouzy, known for its clay-limestone soils and optimal sunshine. The grape varieties are predominantly Pinot Noir (often 90%), sometimes supplemented with Chardonnay. The house also produces Bouzy Rouge, a non-carbonated red wine from Pinot Noir, made only in the best vintages.
Vineyards and Wine Press
The approach includes hand harvesting and whole-grape pressing. Alcoholic fermentation takes place at 16 degrees, followed by malolactic fermentation in stainless steel vats. The champagnes age in the bottle (sur lattes) for at least 3 to 5 years, depending on the cuvée, and are often stored in porcelain tiles or traditional cellars.
Champagne Collection
The house offers a range of Grand Cru cuvées, each with specific characteristics:
- La Séduisante Brut: An elegant blend of 90% Pinot Noir and 10% Chardonnay, with a dosage of 8 g/L. Suitable as an aperitif.
- L'Extra Extra Brut: A more subtle, fruity champagne with a dosage of only 4 g/L and ageing of at least 4 years.
- Cuvée des Lys: A rich, golden champagne with brioche aromas, aged for at least 5 years and composed of 90% Pinot Noir.
- L'Irrésistible Brut: A balanced blend of 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay, with a dosage of 8 g/L.
- La Rosée Brut: A rosé champagne with 8 g/L dosage, suitable with fruit or pastries.
- Le Bouzy Rouge: A red wine of 100% Pinot Noir, aged in oak barrels for about 6 months.
For more information and direct sales, please visit the official website https://champagne-jmbandock.fr or get in touch at their address in Bouzy.
Cuvées by Jean-Marie Bandock
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