François Secondé

Grand Cru Brut Champagne Blend

9.021 ratings
9.05 pro ratings
Sillery, Montagne de Reims, Champagne, France
Champagne Blend
Squash & Root Vegetables, Meaty & Oily Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cake & Cream, Soft Cheese, Hard Cheese, Salads & Greens, Salami & Prosciutto, Pork, Fish, Chicken, Duck, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Nuts & Seeds, Fruit & Berries, Beans & Peas, Exotic Spices, Turkey, Pungent Cheese, Shellfish, Oyster
Top Notes For
Chris Zitzman

Hints of stone fruit, pear, and a bit of minerality lead to a smooth and juicy mouthfeel. While somewhat refined, the effervescence of the Francois Seconde is a Grand Cru by name due to its origin and is notably muted- though the mouthfeel is delightful and juicy in its own way. Sillery, as noted on the label refers to the village where the fruit is sourced from multiple vineyards, and blended over several vintages. In sum, this is an affordable champagne that will not blow the doors off- but is a simple delight both in its personality and its uniqueness.

Hints of stone fruit, pear, and a bit of minerality lead to a smooth and juicy mouthfeel. While somewhat refined, the effervescence of the Francois Seconde is a Grand Cru by name due to its origin and is notably muted- though the mouthfeel is delightful and juicy in its own way. Sillery, as noted on the label refers to the village where the fruit is sourced from multiple vineyards, and blended over several vintages. In sum, this is an affordable champagne that will not blow the doors off- but is a simple delight both in its personality and its uniqueness.

Dec 1st, 2020
Jennifer Massolo

Good Grower Champagne from The Winery shop in London. Rich in mouthfeel and colour with healthy dosage for an almost off dry result.

Good Grower Champagne from The Winery shop in London. Rich in mouthfeel and colour with healthy dosage for an almost off dry result.

Jan 4th, 2017
Gianluca Raschi

Owner/Sommelier Ristorante Guido Rimini

9.3

Piaciuto

Piaciuto

Nov 4th, 2013
Gianluca Raschi

Owner/Sommelier Ristorante Guido Rimini

8.9

Semplice ma elegante

Semplice ma elegante

Nov 4th, 2013
Matthew Walsh

You want some seriously good champagne - look no further - at a price you wouldn't believe. Grand cru at less than €20. This is only bested by the top cuvées of the big houses. Bought at the winery in Sillery - don't know how widely it's distributed, but if you see it, buy it.

You want some seriously good champagne - look no further - at a price you wouldn't believe. Grand cru at less than €20. This is only bested by the top cuvées of the big houses. Bought at the winery in Sillery - don't know how widely it's distributed, but if you see it, buy it.

Apr 25th, 2016
Jean-Phillippe Landry

Loved this,

Loved this,

Feb 14th, 2016
Nagib Nasr

Very nice!

Very nice!

Nov 10th, 2015
Michael Piaker

30 October 2015. Manhattan Wine Company, New York, NY.

30 October 2015. Manhattan Wine Company, New York, NY.

Oct 30th, 2015
TJ Maxwell

TJ had this 8 years ago

TJ had this 8 years ago

May 5th, 2018
Renato Meneghello

Renato had this 8 years ago

Renato had this 8 years ago

Feb 21st, 2018