# Silver Brut Nature (NV)

- **Producer:** André Clouet
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.0%
- **Average price:** €72
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 7–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, apple, pear, raspberry, brioche, pastry, biscuit, bread dough

## About this wine

The André Clouet Silver Brut Nature is a non-vintage Champagne produced by André Clouet, a winery with a history dating back to 1741. It is made exclusively from 100% Pinot Noir grapes, sourced from the Grand Cru villages of Bouzy and Ambonnay in the Montagne de Reims region of Champagne, France. This wine is characterized by its Brut Nature style, meaning it has no added sugar. A distinctive aspect of its production involves fermenting and aging a portion of the wine in used oak barrels from Sauternes.

## Interesting facts

- A true Blanc de Noirs, meaning 'white from black' grapes.
- Zero dosage means no added sugar, showcasing pure grape expression.
- A portion aged in used oak barrels from Sauternes adds complexity.
- Vineyards are situated in Grand Cru villages of Bouzy and Ambonnay.

## Food pairing

The wine's high acidity and crispness cut through the richness of seafood and creamy sauces, while its concentration and minerality complement the natural sweetness and brininess of shellfish. The zero dosage style allows the pure flavors of the food to shine through without added sweetness from the wine.

## Wine making process

The André Clouet Silver Brut Nature is produced using 100% Pinot Noir grapes. Primary fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks, with a portion of the wine also undergoing fermentation and brief aging in used oak barrels sourced from Sauternes. The wine is then aged on its lees for a minimum of 48 months. The estate practices sustainable agriculture, focusing on low yields and soil health. This Champagne is made in the Brut Nature style, meaning no sugar is added after the secondary fermentation.