Clandestin Boreal 2022 Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature 75 cl (NV).

France, Champagne, Aube, Côte des Bar
Bottle
Ratings
RP 92 · AK 92
Identity
Producer Clandestin (Champagne producer – Benoît Doussot and Jérôme Prévost).
Vol 75 cl
Classification Brut Nature – 0 g/L dosage, 0 % added sugar, 12–13 % ABV (typical for Champagne), no dosage added (0 g/L).
Color Golden hue with crystalline reflections, bright and clear (typical of a Blanc de Noirs Champagne).
Tasting
Color Desc Golden hue with fine, crystalline reflections, bright and clear, typical of a Blanc de Noirs Champagne.
Aroma Fresh citrus (lemon, grapefruit), green apple, mineral notes from Kimmeridgian soil, subtle brioche, white flowers, and a hint of white pepper.
Palate Generous ripe fruit, creamy texture, fine-pearled mousse, bright acidity, and a balanced minerality with a slight reduction nuance.
Finish Long, precise finish with mineral tension, a subtle reduction note, and a lingering purity.
Food Pairing Pairs well with oysters, shellfish, sushi, soft cheeses (e.g., chèvre), and light salads.
Serving Temp 8 - 10
Serving Glassware Flute
Profile
Sweetness (1-5)
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Body (1-5)
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Complexity (1-5)
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Acidity (1-5)
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Production
Organic Yes
Biodynamic Yes
Natural Yes
Interesting facts
Boreal is made from old Pinot Noir vines on north-facing Kimmeridgian soil in the Côte des Bar; fermentations use native yeasts; aged 15 months in used oak barrels (350-600 L) then disgorged with zero dosage; the wine is certified organic, biodynamic and natural; no filtration is applied.
Logistics
Cork Cork