{"product_id":"bouquin-dupont-fils-2018-cuvee-jarod-grand-cru-avize-blanc-de-blancs-extra-brut","title":"Bouquin-Dupont Fils 2018 \"Cuvée Jarod\" – Grand Cru Avize Blanc de Blancs (Extra Brut)","description":"Bouquin-Dupont Fils 2018 \"Cuvée Jarod\" – Grand Cru Avize Blanc de Blancs (Extra Brut)\n\nThe Soul of Oak meets the Heart of Chalk: A Masterpiece of Texture.\n\nWhere traditional Grand Cru precision meets the artisanal touch of wood. The Cuvée Jarod 2018 is a bold statement from Bouquin-Dupont Fils. Unlike their stainless-steel counterparts, this cuvée was vinified and aged in 228L oak barrels (fût de chêne) for 11 months, without malolactic fermentation. The result? A Champagne of extraordinary depth, shimmering with the warmth of the 2018 vintage and the sophisticated structure of French oak. With only 900 bottles produced, this is a profound expression of Avize for the true connoisseur.\n\nAppearance: Deep luminous gold with a fine, persistent effervescence that reflects its barrel-aged heritage.\n\nNose: A captivating and complex bouquet. Initial aromas of ripe orchard fruits and lemon curd are beautifully intertwined with subtle notes of vanilla, toasted almond, and a wisp of woodsmoke.\n\nPalate: A powerful, vinous entrance. The oak aging provides a creamy, voluptuous texture that is perfectly counterbalanced by the laser-like acidity characteristic of Avize terroir. Layers of baked apple, spice, and saline minerality lead to a long, majestic finish with a hint of brioche.\n\nFood Pairing\n\nThe structure and \"weight\" of Cuvée Jarod make it a formidable partner for rich, savory dishes: grilled turbot with a hazelnut crust, lobster thermidor, Bresse chicken with morel cream sauce, or delicate veal piccata. Its oak-influenced complexity pairs sublimely with white truffles or aged Comté (24+ months).\n\nCuvée Jarod represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship at Bouquin-Dupont Fils. By choosing to ferment in oak and block malolactic fermentation, the winemaker preserves the vibrant energy of the Grand Cru Avize Chardonnay while adding a layer of \"gourmandise\" and longevity. This bottle is a tribute to artisanal winemaking—a bridge between the chalky past of Champagne and a bold, textured future.","brand":"VIVANT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406432624939,"sku":null,"price":950.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0856\/0204\/2155\/files\/20260513_194059_1.jpg?v=1778676234","url":"https:\/\/vivanthk.com\/products\/bouquin-dupont-fils-2018-cuvee-jarod-grand-cru-avize-blanc-de-blancs-extra-brut","provider":"VIVANT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}