André Clouet
André Clouet
Jean-François Clouet, who was born and raised in Bouzy, still lives in the 18th century village house built by his ancestors. As his family was the official printer to Louis XV’s Royal Court at Versailles, Jean-Francois takes great pride in his lineage. He is also well aware of the influence his family has contributed to the grand and tumultuous history of the region.
Acknowledging the privilege and significance of his standing, Jean-François strives to continually improve upon the estate and wines by drawing from its past as well as implementing changes that ultimately improve the quality of his wines. The domaines' 8ha (20 acres) of Grand Cru vineyards are situated in the coveted middle slopes of Ambonnay and Bouzy. They make a full range of Champagnes, including most famously the glorious Cuvée 1911, which is comprised of 100% Pinot Noir from Clouet’s ten best lieux-dits in Bouzy. The production of each successive release is limited to 1911 bottles.
André Clouet "Grande Réserve" Grand Cru Brut NV
Initially showing a very fresh bouquet of high toned fruits with hints of hazelnuts and yeasty aromas, the Grande Réserve cuvée displays highly structured red fruit notes on the palate for which the area is so famous. Long lees aging, low dosage and Grand Cru Pinot Noir fruit combine for an opulent yet balanced Champagne.
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VARIETIES: 100% Pinot Noir
VINEYARDS: Estate vineyards surrounding the villages Bouzy & Ambonnay
VINEYARD SOILS: Chalk & Clay
FARMING: Conventional
WINEMAKING: Fermentation and primary aging in stainless steel tank
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Yes
DOSAGE: 6g/L
André Clouet "No.3" Grand Cru Brut Rosé NV
Generous and fine. Another Champagne from Clouet that achieves both structure and opulence, yet remains focused. Plenty of bright red fruit, and very obviously Pinot Noir, yet with the finesse that make a great rosé Champagne so exceptional.
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VARIETIES: 100% Pinot Noir
VINEYARDS: Estate vineyards – mid slopes around the village of Bouzy
VINEYARD SOILS: Chalk & Clay
FARMING: Conventional
WINEMAKING: Fermentation & aging in Stainless Steel. 10% still red Pinot Noir blended into Blanc de Noirs base.
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Yes
DOSAGE: 6g/L
André Clouet "Silver" Grand Cru Brut Nature NV
André Clouet’s “Silver” label is pinot noir free of embellishments. Zero dosage make for a strikingly delicate and high toned rendition of Grand Cru Champagne.
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VARIETIES: 100% Pinot Noir
VINEYARDS: Estate vineyards – mid slopes around the village of Bouzy
VINEYARD SOILS: Chalk & Clay
FARMING: Conventional
WINEMAKING: Fermentation & aging in neutral oak barrel
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Yes
DOSAGE: 0g/L
André Clouet "Millésime" Grand Cru Brut
Clouet’s vintage dated Grand Cru Champagne. Energetic and bold upon release, however this vintage specific Champagne truly sings with several additional years of aging in bottle. A great candidate for the cellar.
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VARIETIES: 100% Pinot Noir
VINEYARDS: Estate vineyards surrounding the villages Bouzy
VINEYARD SOILS: Chalk & Clay
FARMING: Conventional
WINEMAKING: Fermentation and primary aging in stainless steel tank
AGING: 4 years sur lattes
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Yes
DOSAGE: 6g/L
André Clouet "Cuvée 1911" Grand Cru Brut NV
The domaine’s tête de cuvée is comprised of 100% pinot noir from Clouet’s ten best lieux-dits in the Grand Cru vineyard of Bouzy. Production is limited to no more than 1911 bottles per disgorgement.
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VARIETIES: 100% Pinot Noir
VINEYARDS: Estate vineyards surrounding the village of Bouzy
VINEYARD SOILS: Chalk & Clay
FARMING: Conventional
WINEMAKING: Fermentation in Stainless Steel and neutral barrel
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Yes
AGING: 6 years sur lattes
TOTAL PRODUCTION: 1911 bottles per release
André Clouet "Le Clos de Bouzy" Grand Cru
From a walled vineyard (one of only 4 Grand Cru Clos) directly behind the estate. An exceptional bottling of Grand Cru Champagne from Andre Clouet. Extremely limited production.
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VARIETIES: 100% Pinot Noir
VINEYARDS: Walled vineyard directly behind the cellar and on the domaine property in Bouzy
VINEYARD SOILS: Chalk & Clay
FARMING: Conventional
WINEMAKING: Fermentation in Stainless Steel and neutral barrel
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Yes
AGING: 8 years sur lattes TOTAL
PRODUCTION: 1500 magnums