COLLARD PICARD ADN NOIR

ADN Noir represents the essence of black grapes in the Champagne region. Its name evokes the genetic identity of the Collard-Picard house: a combination of precision, character, and a profound respect for origin. This Blanc de Noirs is born on the right bank of the Vallée de la Marne, an enclave that bestows richness and a distinctive structure to the grapes.

Philosophy: Absolute respect for the living environment through the use of organic amendments, tillage, cover crops, and recycling of raw materials.

Origin: Vallée de la Marne (Right bank), Champagne, France.

Character: A wine of great depth and complexity, the result of prolonged aging and artisanal vinification that highlights varietal purity.

Technical Specifications

Winery: Champagne Collard-Picard.

Appellation: AOC Champagne.

Wine Type: Champagne Blanc de Noirs.

Grape Variety: 50% Pinot Meunier and 50% Pinot Noir.

Farming Method: Environmentally respectful viticulture; clay-limestone soils.

Vinification: 

Use of native yeasts, alcoholic fermentation and aging in large oak barrels (72hl) for approximately 12 months, no malolactic fermentation (blocked) to preserve freshness.

Minimum aging of 5 to 6 years in the bottle on its lees.

Technical Data: Dosage: Extra-Brut ($3~g/L$) or Demi-Sec ($39~g/L$).

Reserve: Based on a perpetual reserve from 2015 to 2019.

Tasting Notes (Comments from Olivier & Alexandre Collard)

1. Visual Analysis Presents a deep, bright, and captivating golden color.
2. Aromatic Profile An expressive nose denoting maturity and elegance:
3. Fruit: Dominant notes of ripe fruit and cherry.
4. Evolution: Sophisticated nuances of biscuit and toasted pastry.
5. Palader The entry is fresh and fleshy, immediately revealing the power and structure of the black grapes. The experience is vibrant, culminating in a finish with tangy citrus tension and elegant, intense toasted tones.

Geographical Context

The vineyard is situated in the prestigious Vallée de la Marne, specifically in the Villers-sous-Châtillon area. The estate map highlights its location on the right bank, where clay-limestone soils define the structural richness of the Pinot Noir and the fruitiness of the Meunier.

Awards

• James Suckling: 92 Pts.
• Wine Enthusiast: 91 Pts.
• Decanter World Wine Awards: 90 Pts (Silver).