Maison JB Clair - Tête de Cuvée 2016
Loire
Effervescent
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JB Clair, founded in 1896, offers us an astonishing traditional method worthy of the greatest names. A fine, creamy bubble, lightness and a body that combines freshness and vinosity in perfect balance. Delicate and original, this bubbly will delight your guests' taste buds! Enjoy it with fish, seafood, white meats or as an aperitif.
Features
Estate
Maison JB Clair
Cuvée
Tête de Cuvée
Vintage
2016
Designation
Mousseux
Region
Loire
Grape varieties
50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot noir et 10% Gamay
Terroirs
Granite and clay-limestone soils, vines averaging 40 years of age
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Manual in 25 kg perforated boxes
Winemaking
Slow pressing and "tête de cuvée" only, classic vinification, fermentation in stainless steel tanks at low temperature, sparkling and ageing on laths for a minimum of 3 years in cellars, artisanal disgorging less than 3 months before marketing.
Breeding
On laths at least 3 years old in the cellars
Alcohol content
12%
Residual sugars
10 g/l g/l
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Gold
Nose
Expressive and delicate white and stone fruit, fine wine profile, floral freshness
Mouth
Very fine, creamy bubbles, lightness, a body that combines freshness and vinosity in ideal balance, a lovely sapid length that is pleasant on the palate.
Serve
AT 10-12°C
Open
And toast!
Drink before
2023
Food and wine pairing
This delicate bubbly combines freshness and vinosity, making it an ideal accompaniment to dishes such as fish, seafood, white meats... or as an aperitif.
JB Clair House
Sparkling
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4/5
out of 1 review
Note and review by M. THIERRY S. Published on 19/12/2021
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