Jacques Selosse Lieux-Dits Collection NV AOC 4.5l

Jacques Selosse Lieux-Dits Collection NV AOC 4.5L is a signature offering in the Champagne world, capturing in a single bottle the character of small plots called lieux-dits, where exposure, soil, and microclimate intertwine to create an aromatic language and a structure capable of evolving over time. With a family history and a vision that prioritizes the true expression of terroir, the Jacques Selosse house has chosen to focus on the quality of the raw materials, biodiversity in the vineyard, and craftsmanship that interacts with the timing of fermentation and aging, often in wooden containers that enhance the wine's evolution. The production philosophy is based on the idea that wine should express the land before a technique, with careful harvests, minimal processing, and yeast management that allows the aromas to evolve without forcing. The approach is marked by respect for the unique characteristics of each parcel, a blend that enhances the sum of its parts, and a moderate dosage that preserves the fruit's spontaneity, offering a tension between minerality and fullness that invites slow, contemplative tasting. Among the distinctive elements are the attention to refined parceling, the management of time as a narrative ingredient, and a delicate, controlled oxidation that imparts complexity without compromising the purity of the character. The sensory profile opens with a succession of aromas that oscillate between brioche, toasted almond, crisp citrus, and a hint of marine salinity. On the palate, the creamy presence is supported by a lively structure, vibrant acidity, and a persistence that lengthens the flavor profile, offering the palate a layered interpretation of terroir, maturity, and style. This champagne's role in the house's portfolio is to serve as a key to understanding the Lieux-Dits philosophy, offering an elegant and authoritative gateway to a vision of Champagne that combines tradition and experimentation, a well-defined identity, and a constant pursuit of excellence. Finally, in the STELT positioning, Jacques Selosse Lieux-Dits Collection NV AOC 4.5l presents itself as a rare and significant expression of the Champagne terroir, capable of combining rigor and poetry, offering the wine an authentic reinterpretation of the geography of Champagne.