More about the Collard-Picard 'Adn Noir' Extra Brut NV: The Collard-Picard ‘ADN Noir’ Extra Brut NV is a Blanc de Noirs Champagne that captures the soul of the Montagne de Reims and the Vallée de la Marne in every effervescent pour. Composed entirely of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, this cuvée offers a vivid lens into the power and poise of black-skinned grapes transformed into a wine of radiant clarity. It is a Champagne of depth and tension—where precision meets character, and ripeness is framed by remarkable minerality and structure. Crafted by the Collard and Picard families—whose combined winemaking heritage spans generations—the wine ferments in oak barrels and undergoes extended lees aging, allowing a generous, textural complexity to emerge. Aromas of crisp golden apple, wild strawberries, crushed chalk, and delicate brioche rise from the glass, while the palate reveals a tightly woven core of red berry fruit, citrus zest, and saline nuance. Its Extra Brut dosage accentuates purity, offering a bone-dry finish that lingers with grace and authority. What sets ‘ADN Noir’ apart is its seamless balance between richness and restraint. It doesn’t aim to dazzle with overt flamboyance, but rather to seduce slowly, with detail, intensity, and finesse. This is not merely a Champagne—it is a narrative in bubbles, telling a story of terroir, family tradition, and meticulous craftsmanship. Whether as a contemplative glass on its own or paired with fine cuisine, it leaves a lasting impression that invites return.