Jacquesson Cuvée 743 DT is a rare and exclusive "700" series Champagne, with only 19,900 bottles produced.
Its aromas are dominated by ripe white and yellow fruits, complemented by hints of croissant and other pastry notes. The palate is fresh and vibrant, with citrus nuances and a dried fruit finish.
The foundation of this Champagne blend is the impressive 2015 vintage, characterized by perfectly ripe and healthy grapes, alongside 21% reserve wines from previous cuvées 742–735, showing a strong ‘Pinot Noir’ dominance. The grapes are sourced from the prestigious vineyards of Ay, Dizy, Hautvilliers, and Champillon (60%), as well as Avize and Oiry (40%). A small quantity of the estate's reserve wines completes the blend.
The Champagne was aged for 89 months on its lees. This Champagne is the result of a meticulous and highly successful blend, reflecting the craftsmanship of Maison Jacquesson.
Dosage: 0 g/l.
Serve at 8-10 °C with seafood, shellfish, white meat dishes and cheese plates.
Jacquesson Champagne House, founded by Memmie Jacquesson in 1798, stands as one of the very first and historically most significant producers in the Champagne region. Until the mid-19th century, it proudly ranked among the most renowned and finest champagne makers, earning international acclaim. Unfortunately, upon the passing of both of the then-owner's sons, the company's image suffered significantly.
The Chiquet brothers, Jean-Hervé and Laurent, who managed Jacquesson until 2022, when the house was acquired by Artemis, part of the Pinault family, brought Jacquesson back to its former glory. It was the Chiquet brothers who introduced a unique and distinctive approach to champagne production: they began crafting non-vintage Jacquesson champagnes primarily based on a single year's harvest. This method aims to express and convey the specific character of that particular year's vintage, which is quite unusual for the Champagne region (though in recent years, more champagne houses are attempting to follow this path). Their philosophy centers on nurturing nature, carefully selecting grapes, and allowing them to express the authentic character of their terroir.
Jacquesson champagne boasts exceptional balance, being enjoyable both in its youth and when mature, perfectly revealing its vineyard of origin.
While Jacquesson meticulously cultivates its own vineyards, encompassing 32 hectares with a significant portion in Premier Cru and Grand Cru plots, they also openly acknowledge purchasing some grapes from trusted long-term partners. This allows them to maintain the highest quality and reflect the broad spectrum of Champagne's terroir. Among the prestigious areas from which they source grapes are:
One of the greatest advantages of Jacquesson champagne is its style. It allows for enjoyment of the wines in their early youth, immediately after release, savoring their vibrant freshness. The champagne reveals its excellent balance from the outset and possesses the potential to age successfully and evolve over time.
