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Frerejean Frères Cuvée des Hussards 2013
93/100

Frerejean Frères

Cuvée des Hussards 2013 75cl

A golden robe with green glints, threaded with a fine, persistent mousse. On the nose, the complexity is striking: candied citrus, elderflower, wet chalk and brioche notes drawn from eleven years on the lees. The palate opens with precision and tension, the texture creamy and enveloping, carried…

THE CUVÉES OF MAISON FREREJEAN FRÈRES
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Notes & tasting

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Presentation
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Main tenant une coupe de champagne
93 /100
Aromatic profile

The structure of this champagne

Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
A remarkable acidic tension inherited from the chalky terroir of the Côte des Blancs and the rigour of the 2013 vintage.
Roundness
Eleven years on the lees have melded the substance and softened the texture into a creamy, enveloping roundness.
Power
A confident, structured expression, underpinned by the ideal maturity of the decade's benchmark vintage.
Length
A mineral, saline finish of rare persistence — the hallmark of the great terroirs of the Côte des Blancs.

TASTING NOTES

A golden robe with green glints, threaded with a fine, persistent mousse. On the nose, the complexity is striking: candied citrus, elderflower, wet chalk and brioche notes drawn from eleven years on the lees. The palate opens with precision and tension, the texture creamy and enveloping, carried through to a mineral finish of exceptional length.

Blend & terroirs

The composition

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Gravure grappe de raisin
4g/LDosage
90%Chardonnay
10%Pinot Noir

Terroirs

A blend of Chardonnay (90%) and Pinot Noir (10%) from old-vine Premier Cru sites across the emblematic villages of the Côte des Blancs: Avize, Cramant, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Vertus. The 2013 vintage, widely regarded as the benchmark year of the decade, lends a natural acidity of rare precision.

Frerejean Frères

About this house

Founded in 2005 by Guillaume and Rodolphe Frerejean Taittinger, Maison Frerejean Frères embodies the artisanal excellence of the Côte des Blancs from its home in Avize. Working across 6 hectares of Premier and Grand Cru classified vines, the house vinifies with minimal sulphite use and ages its cuvées for an exceptional five to twelve years on the lees.

Guided by cellar master Didier Pierson, a fifth-generation winegrower with thirty years of experience, the house is distinguished by its deliberately restrained dosages and extended ageing programmes. The coat of arms bearing crossed cannons pays tribute to an ancestor who served as a cannoneer in the Napoleonic armies — the same martial spirit that inspired the Cuvée des Hussards.

Food pairing

The perfect pairing

Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif

Aperitif

Its fine bubble and restrained dosage make it an ideal companion to Comté gougères served at cellar temperature.

Starter

Starter

The saline minerality of Côte des Blancs Chardonnay marries perfectly with the briny flesh of lobster.

Main course

Main course

The aromatic depth and exceptional length of this cuvée respond magnificently to the earthy complexity of truffle chicken.

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Verified reviews

Customer reviews of the “Cuvée des Hussards 2013” cuvée by Frerejean Frères

4.9/5 · 20 reviews

Sergio R.

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Impeccable

A successful attempt to treat someone. A lovely balance between liveliness and roundness. Sturdy packaging, nothing broken. A real treat – well done again.

Florence E.

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Sublime

Chosen for a special dinner. Refined and full of charm. Quick delivery – no complaints whatsoever. The sort of bottle everyone can agree on.

Victor M.

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Very good

What a lovely discovery this champagne is. A gourmet champagne, full of vibrancy. The website is clear and ordering is easy. Hats off to the whole team.

Florence L.

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A lovely bottle

This 2013 Cuvée des Hussards is superb. It has an elegant body and a lovely finish. Top-class from start to finish.

Théo G.

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Stunning

I must say, I’m really impressed by this vintage. It has lovely length and a hint of minerality. The parcel was well-packaged and well-protected. In short, a supplier to keep in mind.

Pauline A.

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Excellent

I’ve been a loyal customer for several orders now. Fruity, lively and perfectly balanced. Reliable delivery – I trust them. I’d recommend them without hesitation.

Camille R.

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Top notch

I was really looking forward to it. An absolute treat, from start to finish. Just what I needed.

Alain L.

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Well done

Carefully wrapped as a gift. Freshness and indulgence – a lovely balance. I’ll definitely be ordering again.

Leila A.

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Loyal customer

Perfect for a romantic dinner for two. A real treat, with just the right balance. My guests loved it.

Julien V.

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Absolutely brilliant

Planned for Christmas, and it was a success. Its roundness and liveliness are perfectly balanced. The parcel arrived sooner than expected. You’re sure to love it.

Paul H.

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I recommend

Recommended for the whole family. Lovely liveliness and vibrant fruitiness. A purchase I don’t regret.

Katharina M.

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Top quality

Recommended by a friend – spot on. A clean attack and a lingering finish. A serious and professional approach. Flawless – well done.

Delphine B.

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A success

Tasted it last night. An expressive nose, a silky palate and a briny finish. The parcel was perfectly secured. I highly recommend it.

Philip S.

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Magnificent

A gift for my parents. Very refined and elegant. The packaging was every bit as good as the product. I’ll definitely be buying this again.

Maria J.

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Pure pleasure

Excellent from start to finish. Refined, precise and devilishly appealing. The order was fulfilled without the slightest hitch. A lovely surprise – thank you.

Béatrice L.

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A real treat

I fell in love with it straight away. Creamy bubbles and a clean finish. Well packaged, arrived without a scratch. It really exceeded my expectations.

Marine T.

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Pure joy

I was looking for a lovely champagne. Delicate effervescence and subtle aromas. Perfectly protected during transport. Exactly what I was looking for.

Mathias A.

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A safe bet

Open for our New Year’s Eve dinner. Elegant and sophisticated – absolutely flawless. Impeccable service, as usual. I’m definitely a regular now.

Frédéric R.

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A marvel

Arrived very quickly. Briochy notes and minerality are very much present. The bottle arrived in perfect condition. Unbeatable value for money.

Jason G.

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Brilliant

I discovered this through the website. A golden colour, a delicate mousse – a real treat. I’m off to place another order.