Domaine André Clouet is located in the village of Bouzy in the Montagne de Reims subregion of Champagne. Their family-owned vineyards cover 8 hectares in the sloped vineyards of Grand Cru Bouzy and Ambonnay.
The wines are crafted using the traditional methods of Champagne production, with respect to the terroir and sense of place. They are cellared under the family’s 17th century village house which was originally built by André’s ancestor who, as an interesting note of history, acted as printer to Louis XV’s royal court at Versailles.
Country
France
Region
Champagne Ardenne
Appellation(s)
Grand Cru Champagne—Bouzy
Farming
Sustainable Farming
Website
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Wine
Grapes
Pinot Noir
Soil
Chalk & Clay
Viticulture
Sustainable Farming
Viniculture
The base wines are fermented at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks, followed by full malolactic fermentation and aged for approximately 4 years. 100% Grand Cru estate-bottled Pinot Noir: 33% from 2010, 33% from 2011 and 33% from a 10 year solera.
Wine
Grapes
Pinot Noir
Soil
Chalk & Clay
Viticulture
Sustainable Farming
Viniculture
25% is from 2011, 25% is from 2010, 50% is from a 10 year solera. 80% of these base wines are fermented in stainless steel at low temperatures, with the remaining 20% fermented in Sauterne barrels. “Brut Nature” Champagnes are made without the addition of dosage.
Wine
Grapes
Pinot Noir
Soil
Chalk & Clay
Viticulture
Sustainable Farming
Viniculture
50% Base wine from 2015, 42% “Classic Reserve”, 8% Andre Clouet Bouzy Rouge. Fermentation in stainless steel and oak barrels.
Wine
Grapes
Pinot Noir
Soil
Chalk & Clay
Viticulture
Sustainable Farming
Viniculture
80% of the wine was fermented in stainless steel, with the remaining 20% occurred in Sauternes barrels. Aged 4 years prior to release.
Wine
Grapes
Chardonnay
Soil
Chalk & Clay
Viticulture
Sustainable Farming
Viniculture
Fermentation in neutral oak barrels. Fruit is 100% vintage.
Wine
Grapes
Pinot Noir
Soil
Chalk & Clay
Viticulture
Sustainable Farming
Viniculture
50% of the wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks, the other 50% was fermented in Sauternes barrels. Non-vintage blend comprised of wines from 3 vintages: 50% from 2004, 25% from 2007, and 25% from 2008, all of which are made from Grand Cru Bouzy estate-grown fruit.