NV DRAPPIER BRUT NATURE CHAMPAGNE ZERO DOSAGE

Historically, Michel Drappier was one of the Brut Nature pioneers in Champagne in the 80’s Purest version of Pinot Noir champagne: no sugar added (dosage), no filtration, no fining, no discolouration Complementary / different in a wine list ; not a traditional brut, not a Blanc de Blancs.

Vinification of the Brut Nature cuvée

~ Only the juices from first pressing are used

~ No filtering

~ Use of gravity to avoid oxidation

~ Minimal use of sulphur

~ Zero dosage

~ Then total and natural malolactic fermentation

~ 100% of the wines are made in vats in order to preserve freshness

~ After bottling, the cuvée is aged at least 30 months sur lattes (on laths).

GRAPE VARIETY:  100% Pinot Noir

TASTING NOTES: Vermilion gold in color.   Nose of freshly pressed black grapes, of red, white and citrus fruits.   Ample palate with flesh of vineyard peach and bouquet of aromatic herbs.  Small spicy notes in the finish.  A fine, tightly knit Champagne of great purity.