# Chevry Blanc de Noir Nature Brut (2021)

- **Producer:** Petit Clergeot
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €51
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apple, lemon, peach, pear, pastry, bread, biscuit, hazelnut, wet stones, almond

## About this wine

Petit Clergeot Chevry Blanc de Noir Nature Brut 2021 is a Champagne produced by Petit Clergeot from the Côte des Bar region. It is made exclusively from 100% Pinot Noir grapes sourced from the single vineyard parcel named Chevry. The wine is a Brut Nature, indicating zero dosage. Paul-Bastien Clergeot, the winemaker, aims to express the identity of each vineyard parcel through his work. The Chevry cuvée is noted as his first single-vineyard wine. The domaine is committed to organic farming practices.

## Interesting facts

- Made from 100% Pinot Noir, a 'Blanc de Noirs' Champagne.
- Zero dosage (Brut Nature) for pure expression.
- First single-vineyard wine from winemaker Paul-Bastien Clergeot.
- Vineyard planted in 1975/1976.

## Food pairing

The wine's crisp acidity and minerality cut through the richness of seafood and butter-based sauces, while its subtle fruit notes complement the natural sweetness of shellfish. The Brut Nature style ensures it doesn't overpower delicate flavors.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Petit Clergeot Chevry Blanc de Noir Nature Brut 2021 begins with direct pressing of the 100% Pinot Noir grapes. Fermentation takes place in small stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged 'sur lie' for approximately 30 months. It is bottled with zero dosage, classifying it as Brut Nature. The domaine is committed to organic viticulture and utilizes natural methods for vineyard management.