COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
PRODUCER
André Clouet
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The André Clouet Brut Rosé is a sparkling rosé Champagne from the esteemed Champagne region of France. Produced by the André Clouet winery, the wine is primarily crafted from Pinot Noir grapes, with the estate located in Bouzy, a Grand Cru village known for its chalky soils. The André Clouet family has a long history in Champagne, with roots tracing back to the 1700s. The estate is a boutique producer, emphasizing quality over quantity, with approximately 8-10 hectares of Grand Cru vineyards. Jean-François Clouet, the current custodian, continues the family legacy, focusing on minimal intervention and allowing the expression of terroir to shine through.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Family roots in Champagne trace back to the 1700s.
Fact 02
Estate is located in the Grand Cru village of Bouzy.
Fact 03
Focus on quality over quantity with 8-10 hectares of vineyards.
Fact 04
Known for a meticulous approach to vineyard and cellar work.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The André Clouet Brut Rosé is typically made using the 'assemblage' method, where a portion of still red wine, often Pinot Noir, is blended with white wine before the secondary fermentation. This blend allows for consistency in color and flavor. The secondary fermentation occurs in the bottle, a process essential for creating Champagne's characteristic effervescence. Aging on lees is a common practice that contributes to the wine's texture and complexity. The winemaking philosophy emphasizes meticulous vineyard care and allowing the expression of the terroir.
