Gaspard Brochet

The story of Gaspard Brochet

The story of Gaspard Brochet is one of a return to roots driven by creative ambition. Born in 1995, son of winemaker Vincent Brochet and nephew of the renowned Emmanuel Brochet, Gaspard grew up at the heart of the vineyards of Écueil. After a career as a graphic designer, he decided in 2013 to reconnect with his family heritage. Without formal oenological training, he learned the trade through experimentation, intuition and a deep passion for wine. In 2017, he began vinifying in a family garage, laying the foundations of his personal project. In 2019, he took the reins of the 3.18 hectares of the family estate, formerly known as Champagne Vincent Brochet.

In 2022, Gaspard unified his production under his own brand, Gaspard Brochet, before reintroducing, from 2024 onwards, the historic name Domaine Les Croix on his labels. This approach reflects his attachment to the family heritage while affirming his own identity. Certified Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) and in organic conversion since 2021, Gaspard is committed to sustainable viticulture, respectful of the environment and of the Champagne heritage, making his Champagnes ambassadors of the terroir of the Montagne de Reims.

Terroirs and Vineyards of Gaspard Brochet

The domaine de Gaspard Brochet extends over 3.2 hectares, spread across 14 plots in the Premier Cru villages of Écueil, Sacy and Villers-aux-Nœuds, at the heart of the Montagne de Reims. These terroirs, composed of sandy, silty and calcareous soils, lend the wines a distinctive minerality and aromatic richness. Some vines, planted in the 1950s and 1960s, bring a unique depth to the cuvées. Since 2022, the vines have been cultivated according to biodynamic principles, without herbicides or chemical fertilisers, using natural composts produced on site.

Gaspard favours a manual and respectful approach, promoting biodiversity and soil health. The emblematic grape varieties of Champagne — Pinot Noir (dominant), Chardonnay and Meunier — thrive under these conditions, benefiting from a south-east exposure and an ideal microclimate. Harvesting at full maturity guarantees grapes rich in aromas, enabling the production of expressive Champagnes without the addition of sugar, a hallmark of Gaspard Brochet's style.

Winemaking of Gaspard Brochet

Gaspard Brochet's winemaking philosophy is rooted in simplicity and authenticity, with the ambition of revealing the personality of each terroir, vintage and grape variety. The grapes, harvested at full maturity, are pressed in a traditional 4,000 kg press, adapted to each plot. The musts descend by gravity into stainless steel tanks for a brief rest, before spontaneous fermentation in barrels of different sizes and origins (Burgundy, Bordeaux, Oregon). The use of a high proportion of new wood guarantees the purity of aromas, while the absence of racking and topping up encourages a slight oxidation, bringing texture and complexity.

Bâtonnage, carried out between 15 and 25 times depending on the cuvées, is guided by Gaspard's intuition, adding roundness and richness. Alcoholic fermentation, conducted at a low temperature (below 10°C), extends over several months to preserve freshness. After approximately 10 months in barrels, the wines are bottled under cork, with a slightly reduced pressure, and aged on lees for 20 to 24 months. Manual riddling, carried out over 8 weeks, precedes a hand disgorgement at the end of winter. With minimal dosage (0 to 3 g/L), Gaspard Brochet's Champagnes stand out for their purity, elegance and balance.

The cuvées of Gaspard Brochet

Gaspard Brochet offers a range of unique cuvées, each adorned with an animal name or a symbol, reflecting his creativity and his background as a graphic designer.

Pinot Noir Tome V. Blanc de Noirs: Made from 100% Pinot Noir from the vineyards of Écueil and Sacy, this cuvée is aged in two-year-old barrels. It offers notes of red fruits, white flowers and a mineral touch. With a dosage of 3 g/L, it captivates with its balance and freshness.

Le Renard - Tome II. Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature: Crafted from Pinot Noir from the plot Les Croix (Écueil, planted in 1959), this cuvée rests on a compact brown sandy soil. Undosed, vinified in small oak barrels without fining or filtration, it reveals intense aromas and a silky texture. 

Le Coq - Tome I. Extra Brut: A blend of Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay from Écueil and Sacy, on sandy soils. Vinified in oak barrels without topping up, it offers a fine bubble and a rare persistence. With a dosage of 2.5 g/L

333.e Brut Nature: This non-vintage cuvée blends Pinot Noir (45%), Chardonnay (45%) and Meunier (10%) from several vintages, sourced from the plots Les Beaux Bras, Les Prés Mousseaux and Mont Benoit. With a dosage of 1 g/L, it combines fruity richness and salinity.

Lion Pinot Noir - Tome VI. Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut: Sourced from Pinot Noir from Mont Benoit (Villers-aux-Nœuds, planted in 1985), this cuvée rests on a silty and chalky soil. With a dosage of 1 g/L, it delivers a powerful structure and smoky aromas.

L'Écureuil - Tome II. Brut Nature: Produced from Pinot Noir from Les Beaux Bras (Écueil, planted in 1956), this undosed cuvée reveals clayey and chalky soils. With 1,230 bottles, it captivates with its depth and finesse.

Pie Chardonnay - Tome V. Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut: Crafted from 100% Chardonnay from the plots Les Plantes and Les Prés Mousseaux (Écueil, planted in 1989), this cuvée offers notes of citrus fruits and a creamy texture. With a dosage of 1 g/L

333.d Brut Nature: A blend of Pinot Noir (70%), Chardonnay (20%) and Meunier (10%) from several vintages, on sandy and chalky soils. It offers a saline and textured palate.

Assemblage - Tome IV. Extra Brut: Composed of equal parts Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Écueil and Sacy, this cuvée, with a dosage of 2.5 g/L, combines freshness and complexity.

Les Plantes Chardonnay Premier Cru, Écueil Coteaux Champenois: This still wine, made from Chardonnay, expresses the purity of the Écueil terroir in a confidential production.

Gaspard Brochet redefines the art of Champagne with an approach that marries tradition and modernity. Each cuvée, sourced from carefully selected plots and vinified with precision, captures the essence of the terroirs of the Montagne de Reims. Whether you are looking for a Champagne for a special occasion or a rare wine to enrich your cellar, Gaspard Brochet's creations offer a unique sensory experience. With a production limited to 8,000 bottles per year, these Champagnes are prized by connoisseurs. Explore our selection on Vins & Millésimes and enjoy the best prices to discover these jewels of Champagne.