Ratings
92
Identity
| Producer | Chavost |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Brut Nature |
| Grapes | 70% Pinot Noir, 15% Chardonnay, 15% Meunier |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | Brut Nature |
Tasting
| Color Desc | bright golden hue |
| Aroma | Fruity and floral aromas with nuances of red berries, green apples, pear, white flowers, citrus zest, pastry notes, pineapple, vanilla, starfruit, cherry, raspberry, mushroom, clove, blackberry, plum, menthol |
| Palate | Refreshing, scorchingly dry with excellent acidity, good balance, structure and drive; creamy, fine mousse with a vinous and structured palate, saline and chalky finish |
| Finish | Saline, chalky finish with real length and persistence, slightly bitter notes at the end |
| Food Pairing | Perfect with hors d'oeuvres, smoked meats, lobster, crab, seafood, pork, oysters, oily and meaty fish, shellfish, cheese, sushi, sashimi, eggs, and savory tarts |
| Aging Potential | Drinkable young but can develop with short-term aging |
| Serving Glassware | Larger than usual Champagne glass recommended |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGH
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Natural | Yes |
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Sugar (g/l) | < 3.00 |
| Aging Process | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, no added sulfites, no dosage, natural malolactic fermentation, aged 18-24 months on lees for similar cuvées |
| Fermentation | 100% spontaneous fermentation using indigenous yeasts, no added sulfites, no chaptalisation, no enzymes, no tannins |
Terroir
| Soil | clay and limestone |
| Vine Age | 10 to 60 years old |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Vineyards harvested by hand using sustainable agriculture techniques |
Interesting facts
| Produced by Chavost cooperative founded in 1946 in Chavot-Courcourt, sustainable and organic viticulture, zero dosage, no added sulfites, unique natural fermentation with frozen must technique for Eurêka! |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |