Andre Clouet Brut Grande Reserve Grand Cru

Description: Wine Advocate 90 Points -"Unfortunately I was only able to taste one new release from Andre Clouet this year. The Nv Brut Grande Reserve emerges from the glass with layers of hazelnut, pear, spice and dried flower aromas. This rich, creamy wine impresses for its balance and sheer richness. I loved it.". Fashioned from 100% Bouzy and Ambonnay Pinot Noir form the 2009 and 2008 vintages with 30% of the base wine fermented in used Sauterenes barrels. The bouquet is open airy with inviting sourdough, yellow plum, citrus and Macintosh apple notes. This is a concentrated, but not at all ponderous, Champagne with a palate that features appetizing summer and citrus fruits seamlessly wedded to oak derived notions of honey, toast and brown spices. The low (6g/l) dosage works well here to keep everything lively while also letting Champagnes chalk and soil character to come to the fore. This intricately crafted Brut beautifully marries power and poise in way that one seldom finds at this low price point.
Price: $ 44.98
Price in original currency: None

Available from Hi-Time Wine Cellars

Address: 250 Ogle Street
Costa Mesa, CA  92627
United States
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First added to 1000 Corks on March 27, 2014.