Drappier : Brut Nature Rosé

Drappier Brut Nature Rosé: Champagne Elegance

The Estate

Since its founding in 1808, the Champagne Drappier House has had a history closely linked to Pinot Noir, its flagship grape variety. In the 1930s, this grape was replanted on the estate despite the general opinion of the village. History proved the house right, as the Drappier 100% Pinot Noir cuvée, incidentally, was favored by General de Gaulle during his family meals.

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

The Vineyard

Located south of Reims, the vineyard of the Champagne Drappier House covers 75 hectares of vines, spread 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 refined Chardonnay. This vineyard is distinguished by its limestone-rich terroir combined with maximum sunlight. Some of Drappier's plots are also cultivated using draft horses.

Winemaking and Aging

This Brut Nature Rosé from Maison Drappier is produced by the saignée method after 3 days of maceration. With a focus on respecting the product, every effort is made to alter the wine as little as possible. The presses are low-pressure, gravity is preferred over pumping to avoid oxidation, sulfur is used minimally, fermentation takes place at low temperatures, there is no filtration, and zero dosage.

Blend

This Rosé champagne is 100% Pinot Noir.

Characteristics and Tasting Advice for Brut Nature Rosé by Maison Drappier

Tasting

Nose
The nose combines aromas of strawberry and raspberry with subtle hints of rose petal.

Palate
On the palate, red fruits dominate, invigorated by citrus and a touch of white pepper.

Food and Wine Pairings

This Drappier Brut Nature Rosé champagne is ideal as an aperitif, but also pairs well with carpaccio, sushi, and scallops.