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Maison JB Clair - Tête de Cuvée 2016

Loire

Effervescent

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fine bubbles
aperitif
traditional method

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 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 vats 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

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.

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