Bruno Paillard
Bruno Paillard
AboutBruno Paillard
Bruno Paillard founded his Champagne house in Reims in 1981, aged 27, after six years working as a broker. He began in a rented cellar with purchased grapes, buying his first vineyard—three grand cru hectares in Oger—in 1994. The house remains independent and family-owned, now led by his daughter Alice, who joined in 2007 and worked in the vineyards, cellar and sales.
Only juice from the first pressing is used, with long ageing in bottle and very little added sugar. The multi-vintage Champagnes draw on a perpetual reserve begun in 1985, and each bottle carries its disgorgement date—the point when the yeast sediment is removed.
Bruno Paillard NV Première Cuvée Extra Brut Champagne
French Sparkling
$149.99
Pale straw gold with a very fine bead. Almond, white peach, lime and grapefruit lead the nose, followed by redcurrant, raspberry and sour cherry, then a touch of pineapple as it opens. The palate is lively and low-dosage, combining citrus, toasted bread and ripe orchard fruit with a broad, chalky texture. Saline freshness drives a clean, mouthwatering finish.
Bruno Paillard NV Rosé Première Cuvée Champagne
French Sparkling
$209.99
Copper-rose in colour, with fine bubbles and a vivid nose of redcurrant, sour cherry, wild strawberry and violet. A discreet lemon note brings lift. The palate is lively and chalky, capturing ripe red fruit without heaviness, then narrowing into a fresh, refined and gently saline finish. Excellent with sushi, cured ham or roast poultry.
Bruno Paillard 2012 Assemblage Champagne
French Sparkling
$204.99
Candied citrus, kiwi and fresh lemon lead a bright, focused bouquet, with white fruit, ginger and a gentle brioche note adding depth. Low dosage keeps the palate taut and precise, while fine bubbles and a chalky mineral line carry the flavours cleanly. Serve well chilled with oysters, sashimi or gougères.
Bruno Paillard 2002 Blanc de Blancs Champagne Magnum
French Sparkling
$817.99
Intense gold with green highlights and an exceptionally fine bead. The nose begins saline and iodine-edged, then opens to citrus, fresh almond and white flowers. The palate is taut yet opulent, layering candied citrus, marzipan, toast and buttery pastry over a mineral spine. The finish is very long, precise and energetic; serve at the start of a special meal.
Bruno Paillard 1996 Assemblage Champagne
French Sparkling
$499.99
Ripe citrus peel, green apple and pear meet gingerbread, toasted brioche, candied fruit and a gentle nutty note. The palate is ample and softly textured, yet a firm mineral line and lively acidity preserve clarity. Fine bubbles carry citrus and orchard fruit through a long, clean finish. Serve with roast scallops, aged Comté or poultry.