Product Description
Champagne Jean Josselin Alliance 2020 Extra Brut is a refined and expressive grower Champagne that captures the energy of the Côte des Bar. With its vibrant fruit, chalky minerality, and understated richness, this Extra Brut cuvée balances precision with generosity—a Champagne equally at home as an aperitif or alongside fine cuisine.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Produced by the family-run Champagne Jean Josselin in Gyé-sur-Seine, this wine comes entirely from estate-grown vineyards rooted in Kimmeridgian limestone and clay soils. The 2020 vintage blend is composed of approximately 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, vinified with whole-cluster pressing and aged on the lees for at least 24 months before disgorgement. With a dosage of roughly 3–4 g/L, it qualifies as Extra Brut, preserving the freshness and minerality that define the house’s terroir-driven approach.
Critics Reviews
Wine specialist Roger Voss praised the balance between freshness and depth, highlighting the “lemony lift and creamy texture” brought by the blend’s Chardonnay component. Meanwhile, importer notes describe it as showing “acacia, quince, and mint on the nose, a rich and full texture on the palate, and a clean mineral finish.” These assessments underscore its deft balance of aromatic complexity and elegance.
Tasting Profile
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Nose: Bright aromas of quince, pear, white blossom, and mint, layered with hints of chalk and lightly toasted brioche.
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Palate: Lively and structured—ripe orchard fruit (apple, pear) and lemon zest glide across a creamy mid-palate, framed by subtle herbal notes and a saline undertone from the limestone terroir.
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Finish: Long, precise, and refreshing; minerality and citrus linger with whispers of almond and fresh herbs.
Quick Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Proof | 12.5% ABV |
| Origin / Region | Gyé-sur-Seine, Côte des Bar, Champagne (FR) |
| Production / Grape Blend | ~70% Pinot Noir / ~30% Chardonnay |
| Aging / Maturation | ~24 months on lees before disgorgement; dosage ≈ 3–4 g/L |
| Aromas & Flavors | Quince, lemon zest, green apple, mint, almond, chalk minerality |
| Style / Identity | Grower Champagne Extra Brut – terroir-driven and precise |
Availability & Sizing
Product Details
Price History
Historical Data
Last 1 days of price history
| Date | Low Price | High Price | Average Price | Vendors |
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| Apr 1, 2026 | $75.00 | $75.00 | $75.00 | 1 |
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Description
Champagne Jean Josselin Alliance 2020 Extra Brut is a refined and expressive grower Champagne that captures the energy of the Côte des Bar. With its vibrant fruit, chalky minerality, and understated richness, this Extra Brut cuvée balances precision with generosity—a Champagne equally at home as an aperitif or alongside fine cuisine. Origins & CraftsmanshipProduced by the family-run Champagne Jean Josselin in Gyé-sur-Seine, this wine comes entirely from estate-grown vineyards rooted in Kimmeridgian limestone and clay soils. The 2020 vintage blend is composed of approximately 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, vinified with whole-cluster pressing and aged on the lees for at least 24 months before disgorgement. With a dosage of roughly 3–4 g/L, it qualifies as Extra Brut, preserving the freshness and minerality that define the house’s terroir-driven approach. Critics ReviewsWine specialist Roger Voss praised the balance between freshness and depth, highlighting the “lemony lift and creamy texture” brought by the blend’s Chardonnay component. Meanwhile, importer notes describe it as showing “acacia, quince, and mint on the nose, a rich and full texture on the palate, and a clean mineral finish.” These assessments underscore its deft balance of aromatic complexity and elegance. Tasting Profile Nose: Bright aromas of quince, pear, white blossom, and mint, layered with hints of chalk and lightly toasted brioche. Palate: Lively and structured—ripe orchard fruit (apple, pear) and lemon zest glide across a creamy mid-palate, framed by subtle herbal notes and a saline undertone from the limestone terroir. Finish: Long, precise, and refreshing; minerality and citrus linger with whispers of almond and fresh herbs. Quick Overview Specification Details ABV / Proof 12.5% ABV Origin / Region Gyé-sur-Seine, Côte des Bar, Champagne (FR) Production / Grape Blend ~70% Pinot Noir / ~30% Chardonnay Aging / Maturation ~24 months on lees before disgorgement; dosage ≈ 3–4 g/L Aromas & Flavors Quince, lemon zest, green apple, mint, almond, chalk minerality Style / Identity Grower Champagne Extra Brut – terroir-driven and precise
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