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NV Clairette de Die Brut
Achard-VincentA narrow route nationale follows the meandering Drôme River east from where it flows into the Rhône, flanked on either side by hills and eventually small mountains—a precursor to the mighty Alpine peaks found not too far away. The local specialty here is Clairette de Die, a somewhat sweet Muscat crafted via the méthode Dioise ancestrale, which supposedly outdates the production of all other sparkling wines. This brut bottling, however, is a dry wine made exclusively from Clairette, crafted by the méthode traditionnelle that is also used in Champagne. With refreshing citrus and a hint of honeysuckle on the nose followed by a delicious-with-anything palate, this minerally sparkler ensures palate stimulation with every sip.
—Anthony Lynch
Wine Type: | sparkling |
Vintage: | NV |
Bottle Size: | 750mL |
Blend: | Clairette |
Appellation: | Clairette de Die |
Country: | France |
Region: | Southern Rhône |
Producer: | Domaine Achard-Vincent |
Winemaker: | Jean Pierre & Thomas Achard |
Vineyard: | 35 years average, 12 ha total |
Soil: | Limestone, Marl, Scree |
Farming: | Biodynamic (certified) |
Alcohol: | 12% |
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