Clouet Andre
Champagne Silver Brut Nature
| Denomination | AOC Champagne |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Long resting on racks in ancient chalk cellars; manual riddling and disgorgement. |
- Type: Classic method sparkling wine Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature, undosed, 12% vol
- Origin: Bouzy Grand Cru, well-drained chalky-limestone soils
- Vinification: traditional pressing, fermentation in steel with indigenous yeasts
- Tasting notes: hints of strawberry, apple and pear; creamy palate and mineral finish
- Serving and ageing: temperature 6–8 °C; ageing potential 15–25 years
Description
What kind of wine it is
Champagne Silver Brut Nature by André Clouet is a refined Blanc de Noirs made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes. Crafted according to the strict rules of the Traditional Method, it expresses itself in its driest and purest form, without any added sugar dosage. In the glass, it stands out for its lively perlage, which precedes fragrant aromas of strawberry, apple and pear. On the palate, the pleasant creamy structure harmoniously interacts with a vibrant and persistent mineral finish.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in Bouzy, on the southern slope of the Montagne de Reims, in the historic heart of Champagne. The estate's vineyards, all classified as Grand Cru, grow on chalky and limestone soils that ensure excellent drainage. The terroir is characterised by a valuable dual climatic influence, both oceanic and continental, which guarantees an excellent water reserve and proper sun exposure. This combination allows the Pinot Noir to reach perfect ripeness, giving the sip freshness and a pronounced sense of place.
How it is produced
The production process is based on targeted agricultural practices, from pruning to meticulous harvesting. In the winery, the grapes are processed in an ancient press and the must ferments in steel tanks thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts. The wine rests for a long time on the lees, stored in the estate's historic chalk cellars. The cycle of vinification is completed by manual riddling and disgorgement, preserving the straightforward, taut and well-defined identity of this label.
History and Curiosities
Originating from Bouzy, from the chalky soils classified as Grand Cru, André Clouet's Silver Brut Nature Champagne celebrates the family heritage evoked by the “Ancien Régime” style label. The synthesis of history and modernity is expressed in the production of pure Pinot Noir: the grapes, pressed in traditional presses, ferment in steel with indigenous yeasts. After a long rest in the historic chalk cellars, the manual disgorgement gives rise to a Blanc de Noirs with no dosage that captivates with its enveloping creaminess and a finish marked by a persistent mineral note.
Awards
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91/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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89/100
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Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
- Start up year: 1741
- Oenologist: Jean-François Sainz-Clouet
- Hectares: 9
It took more than two centuries and several generations of Clouet to get plots of vines in the terroir of Bouzy, which remain in the hands of the family of its founder. Bouzy is situated in the Southern part of the Mountain of Reims. The 9 hectares are classified as 100% Grand Cru. Only 17 of the 300 existing villages benefit from the status of Grand Cru, Bouzy being one of them. Lovingly tended vines ripen perfectly Bouzy pinot noir, one of the world's most complex strains. There is 8,000 feet per acre and soils are cool with calcareous clay. Read more
| Name | Andre Clouet Champagne Silver Brut Nature |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine pas dosé |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Clouet Andre |
| Story | History and Curiosities Originating from Bouzy, from the chalky soils classified as Grand Cru, André Clouet's Silver Brut Nature Champagne celebrates the family heritage evoked by the "Ancien Régime" style label. The synthesis of history and modernity is expressed in the production of pure Pinot Noir: the grapes, pressed in traditional presses, ferment in steel with indigenous yeasts. After a long rest in the historic chalk cellars, the manual disgorgement gives rise to a Blanc de Noirs with no dosage that captivates with its enveloping creaminess and a finish marked by a persistent mineral note. |
| Origin | Bouzy, southern slope of Reims, Champagne, France |
| Climate | Continental and oceanic |
| Soil composition | Chalky, calcareous and well-drained soil |
| Production technique | Traditional method zero dosage (pas dosé/brut nature) |
| Wine making | Traditional method without dosage (pas dosé/brut nature): grapes pressed in an ancient press, must fermented in modern stainless steel tanks with indigenous yeasts; long ageing on pupitres in the ancient chalk cellars; manual remuage and disgorgement. |
| Aging | Long resting on racks in ancient chalk cellars; manual riddling and disgorgement. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |