Drappier : Brut Nature Sans Soufre

The pure expression of a Brut champagne without sulfur

The property

Since its creation in 1808, the Drappier Champagne House has a history intimately linked to pinot noir, its grape of choice. It was in the 1930s that against the general opinion of the community, this grape variety was replanted on the estate. History proved the House right, whose Drappier 100% pinot noir cuvée, for the anecdote, was General de Gaulle's preference during his family meals.

Today, the children of André and Micheline Drappier represent the eighth generation to cultivate this exceptional vineyard in organic and biodynamic viticulture, honoring forgotten grape varieties such as Arbane, Petit Meslier, and Blanc Vrai.

The vineyard

The vineyard of the Drappier Champagne House extends south of Reims over 75 hectares between the Côte des Bar and its old vines, the Montagne de Reims and its intense pinot noir, as well as the Côte des Blancs and its delicate chardonnay. This vineyard owes its uniqueness to its limestone-rich terroir combined with maximum sunshine. Some of the Drappier House's plots are also worked with draft horses.

The wine

Following the house's wish, the Brut Nature Without Sulfur offers the experience of a great champagne zero dosage, unfiltered and without the addition of sulfur. This cuvée pays tribute to the pinot noir from the superb terroirs of Urville. These plots enjoy excellent exposure and rest on limestone soils, giving a superb elegance and a very beautiful minerality.

Vinification and aging

The Brut Nature Without Sulfur cuvée from the Drappier Champagne House is only made from the juices of the first presses, with low-pressure mechanical presses. In order to preserve the quality of the fruit and limit pumping, the grapes and juices are handled by gravity. Once the alcoholic fermentation is carried out, a complete malolactic fermentation takes place without any addition of sulfur or subsequent filtration. In order to preserve the freshness of the fruit, the wines are only aged in tanks before proceeding to bottling once the blends are completed. This champagne is then aged for 2 to 3 years on slats without the addition of dosage liquor.

Blend

100% pinot noir.

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Brut Nature Without Sulfur from the Drappier Champagne House 

Tasting

Nose
The nose seduces with its great aromatic freshness, developing citrus and pear fragrances to toasted hazelnut notes. 

Palate
On the palate, the mouth impresses with its tonicity and frankness. The minerality of the cru is fully expressed.

Food and wine pairings

The Brut Nature Without Sulfur from the Drappier House pairs perfectly with seafood, Japanese cuisine, or even fresh goat cheeses.