Clandestin Austral Blanc De Noir Brut Nature, Champagne, France (2022) Broc Cellars Having just tasted the whole

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Vine Age: Planted in 1948

The use of fully matured blue juniper berries imparts a richer and slightly sweeter profile compared to traditional green juniper

In the cellar 2/3 of the fruit was direct pressed and 1/3 was foot treaded

Clandestin Austral Blanc De Noir Brut Nature, Champagne, France (2022) Broc Cellars Having just tasted the wholeVARIETALS: Pinot Noir VINEYARD: Mid slope parcels in the commune of Bar sur Aube SOIL: Dominated by kimmeridgian bands VITICULTURE: Vineyards farmed naturally no herbicides or synthetic fertilizers used. VINIFICATION: Direct press, then must is racked into barrels. Indigenous yeast fermentation in 600L French oak barrels AGING: 15 month sur lattes followed by 6 months in bottle before release. Disgorged April 2023 blend combines Chardonnay and Pinot