Drappier
Champagne Brut Nature
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Blanc de Noirs Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | After bottling, the wine is aged for 3 years in the bottle. |
- Pas Dosé Style: Brut Nature with no added sugars, offering a dry and precise character
- Grapes and origin: 100% Pinot Noir from Urville, chalky soils of Champagne
- Aromas: notes of wild berries, vineyard peach, blackcurrant and hints of honeyed bread
- Vinification: first pressing, natural settling, no filtration, minimal sulphites
- Ageing and accolades: 3 years in bottle; rated up to 92 points by Wine Spectator
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Champagne Brut Nature by Drappier is a refined Blanc de Noirs that expresses the absolute purity of Pinot Noir. Produced using the Traditional Method Pas Dosé, it has a dry and crisp profile. Visually, it appears brilliant with delicate copper highlights, while on the nose it releases an intense and fresh aroma. The bouquet offers notes of wild berries, vineyard peach, blackcurrant and hints of honeyed bread. On the palate, it delivers marked freshness and a well-defined fruity texture, finishing with a clean and persistent aftertaste. Ideal for enhancing shellfish, sushi and soft cheeses.
Where it comes from
This Blanc de Noirs originates around Urville, an area highly suited to this grape variety. The secret of this cuvée lies in the limestone soils, which give the wine a distinct gustatory tension and precise aromatic definition, hallmark characteristics of Champagne. Since 1808, Drappier has cultivated these lands, making the most of the best-exposed plots to obtain authentic and fragrant wines. The carbon neutral production respects the ecosystem and ensures a faithful expression of the Urville terroir.
How it is produced
The production process begins with the first pressing of the grapes, followed by careful natural decantation of the must. Alcoholic fermentation takes place spontaneously at a low temperature. The wine is then matured exclusively in steel tanks, a choice aimed at preserving maximum freshness. The prise de mousse is carried out strictly according to the Traditional Method, without the addition of any dosage syrup, to enhance the straightforward nature of the cuvée. Finally, a long bottle ageing of three years gives depth and finesse to the sip, which is unfiltered to offer a pure and direct tasting experience.
History and Curiosities
Since 1808, the Drappier family has been producing excellent Champagne in Urville, continuing a long-standing tradition. This Blanc de Noirs celebrates the pure essence of Pinot Noir, vinified without any added dosage. Obtained from the first pressing, with natural decantation and minimal use of sulphites, it matures in steel to preserve a vibrant freshness. After three years of ageing in the bottle, it offers an authentic sip, unfiltered and with zero carbon emissions, acclaimed by critics for its extraordinary elegance.
Awards
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90/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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90/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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90/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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91/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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92/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1808
Seven centuries later (in 1808), the Drappier family estate was established around the magnificently preserved medieval Abbey. Today, it is managed by Michel Drappier and is used to store and age the exceptional wines he produces.
We planted our vineyard in Urville, the terroir that welcomed the Pinot Noir grape variety that now "runs in our veins" and we manage it according to organic and natural practices.
Our vineyards are like family archives that perpetuate our history. We grow heirloom grape varieties that deserve to be remembered: Fromenteau, Arbanne, Petit Meslier and Blanc Vrai. While many seek to achieve sophisticated excellence, we prefer natural and authentic qualities. We also highlight the many facets of our terroirs through our vinification techniques: our low sugar dosage and moderate use of sulfites – especially in the production of Drappier Brut Nature Sans Soufre. Read more
| Name | Drappier Champagne Brut Nature |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine pas dosé |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Drappier |
| Story | History and Curiosities Since 1808, the Drappier family has been producing excellent Champagne in Urville, continuing a long-standing tradition. This Blanc de Noirs celebrates the pure essence of Pinot Noir, vinified without any added dosage. Obtained from the first pressing, with natural decantation and minimal use of sulphites, it matures in steel to preserve a vibrant freshness. After three years of ageing in the bottle, it offers an authentic sip, unfiltered and with zero carbon emissions, acclaimed by critics for its extraordinary elegance. |
| Origin | Intorno a Urville, Champagne, Francia |
| Soil composition | Calcareous |
| Fermentation temperature | Low temperature |
| Fermentation | About two weeks |
| Production technique | Traditional method (pas dosé), natural decantation, no filtration, first pressing |
| Wine making | Very low use of sulphur dioxide. Natural decantation. Alcoholic fermentation lasts about two weeks at a low temperature. Fermentation occurs naturally and completely. No filtration. Blending: 100% of the wines are aged in stainless steel tanks to maintain maximum freshness. |
| Aging | After bottling, the wine is aged for 3 years in the bottle. |
| Residual sugar | 2.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |