At the heart of the Aube Valley, Champagne Drappier Clarevallis Extra Brut creates a remarkably pure expression, inspired by the Jurassic Kimmeridgian limestone soils from which it comes. This organic cuvée is aimed at enthusiasts seeking a Champagne that is direct, vibrant and deeply connected to its terroir. Its low dosage of 4 g/l preserves the wine’s natural drive and allows its substance to express itself with almost sculptural elegance. Maison Drappier brings together four grape varieties, led by Pinot Noir, to create a white Champagne that is at once airy, mineral and nuanced. Served at around 7 °C, Clarevallis reveals delicate bubbles, floral notes of elderflower and violet, and a slightly bitter finish that brings depth and distinction. A bottle designed for discerning tables, seafood pairings and celebrations where finesse matters more than display.

Blend and winemaking

Clarevallis is based on a blend in which Pinot Noir accounts for 75 %, complemented by 10 % Pinot Meunier, 10 % Chardonnay and 5 % Blanc Vrai. This precise structure combines richness, freshness and mineral tension. The grapes come from Jurassic Kimmeridgian limestone soils, an emblematic substratum that gives the wine its chalky signature and saline length. Grown using organic farming methods, the vines offer a sincere interpretation of the Champagne landscape.

The winemaking follows a minimally interventionist approach, attentive to the original character of the harvest. Only the first pressing is retained, preserving aromatic clarity and textural finesse. Gravity-led handling guides the wine gently, while malolactic fermentation brings additional harmony to the whole. Without filtration or decolourisation, and with a very low sulphite content, this cuvée retains an authentic expression, shaped by the estate’s organic lees and the patience of time.

Tasting notes

• Appearance: A luminous grey-gold hue, crossed by fine, persistent bubbles that lend the glass a discreet elegance.
• Nose: A delicate bouquet in which elderflower and violet evoke a spring garden, underpinned by great freshness.
• Palate: A taut and precise expression, driven by chalky minerality that structures the tasting without ever weighing it down.
• Finish: Long, straight and slightly bitter, it extends the sensation of purity with gastronomic elegance.
• Balance: The 4 g/l extra brut dosage highlights the personality of the terroir and the finesse of the blend.

Serving temperature and advice

Serve Drappier Clarevallis Extra Brut at around 7 °C, the ideal temperature for preserving its vitality and gradually revealing its floral and mineral nuances. Choose a sufficiently open Champagne glass to allow the elderflower and violet aromas to breathe while preserving the delicacy of its effervescence. This cuvée is perfectly suited to aperitif occasions, when you wish to offer guests a refined opening, but it also reveals its full character at the table. Its freshness and chalky finish make it particularly well suited to iodine-rich, raw or lightly prepared dishes, highlighting their finesse without masking their details.

Food pairings

• Marinated fish: Clarevallis’s mineral tension naturally complements delicate flesh and vibrant seasonings.
• Ceviche: Its extra brut character engages with the freshness of citrus and the elegance of raw fish.
• Fresh salads: It brings a festive, structured touch to light vegetable compositions.
• Langoustines: The fine bubbles and chalky finish respect the shellfish’s delicate oceanic sweetness.
• Refined aperitif: An ideal cuvée for opening dinner with distinction, without imposing itself.

Occasions for enjoying

Champagne Drappier Clarevallis Extra Brut is the ideal companion:

• To celebrate a precious moment in an elegant, understated atmosphere.
• For a seafood lunch, when freshness and precise pairings are desired.
• To offer an organic expression of Champagne terroir to a wine lover who appreciates characterful wines.

Characteristics

• Name: Drappier Clarevallis Extra Brut
• Appellation: Champagne
• Type: Extra Brut
• Colour: White
• Blend: Pinot Noir 75 %, Pinot Meunier 10 %, Chardonnay 10 %, Blanc Vrai 5 %
• Farming: Organic farming
• Terroir: Jurassic Kimmeridgian limestone
• Dosage: 4 g/l
• Volume: 75 cl
• Origin: France
• Allergens: Contains sulphites
• Serving temperature: around 7 °C