Tasting Notes
Boreal, crafted by Benoît Doussot, is a Blanc de Noirs shaped by clay-limestone soils with kimmeridgian bands and farmed without herbicides or synthetic inputs. Pressed directly and fermented with native yeasts, it spent a year in 600L French oak before 15 months sur lattes and further bottle ageing. Disgorged in September 2024 with no dosage, it shows the precision of Pinot Noir in its purest form. The palate is taut and vibrant, alive with texture and driven by a focused, energetic line that lingers with graceful intensity. Production is extremely limited. - Aaron C
Champagne Clandestin is an exciting, artisanal project that emerged in 2016 from a partnership between Bertrand Gautherot of the renowned Vouette & Sorbée estate and his right-hand man, the talented Burgundian-trained winemaker Benoît Doussot. The name "Clandestin" (meaning "secret" or "hidden" in French) aptly refers to their philosophy of salvaging and highlighting the potential of long-overlooked, west-facing vineyard parcels in the Côte des Bar that were previously considered inferior.
The focus of Clandestin is to produce pure, terroir-expressive Champagnes using exclusively organically and biodynamically farmed grapes sourced from around the village of Buxières-sur-Arce. They work with both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grown on distinct Kimmeridgian and Portlandian soils, similar to those found in Burgundy's Chablis region. Doussot applies a minimalist, Burgundian-influenced winemaking approach to capture the essence of these unique sites.
| Product Type | Wine Sparkling Champagne |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Sub Region | Cote des Bar |
| Winemaking Practices | Minimal Intervention |
| Vineyard Practices | Organic/Biodynamic |