COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
Non-Vintage
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
PRODUCER
Hugues de La Bourdonnaye
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Comte Hugues de La Bourdonnaye Brut Nature Rosé is a non-vintage Champagne from the Champagne AOC in France. Produced by Hugues de La Bourdonnaye, it is a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. The wine is characterized by its Brut Nature style, indicating no added sugar after disgorgement, and is made without added sulfites. The Chardonnay grapes are sourced from the Grand Cru location of Chouilly, while Pinot Meunier comes from Monthelon, both regions known for their chalk-rich soils. The producer emphasizes traditional methods and respect for nature in their winemaking philosophy. A distinctive aspect of this Champagne is its extended aging period, with reports of five to seven years spent on lees ('sur latte').
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€46
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Brut Nature means zero added sugar after disgorgement.
Fact 02
Aged for 5-7 years on its yeast sediment.
Fact 03
Fermented without added sulfites.
Fact 04
Chalk-rich soils are key to its minerality.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Comte Hugues de La Bourdonnaye Brut Nature Rosé is produced using Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier grapes from Champagne, France. A key technique is its Brut Nature style, meaning no sugar is added after disgorgement. The wine is fermented without added sulfites, reflecting a commitment to natural winemaking. It undergoes an extended aging process of five to seven years on lees ('sur latte'), which contributes to its complexity and texture. The producer Hugues de La Bourdonnaye emphasizes traditional methods and a philosophy of respecting nature to achieve pure and fresh Champagnes.
