Champagne AOC Brut Nature La Revers 2020 Clandestin

What kind of wine is it

Champagne Les Revers by Clandestin is a Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs Champagne made from Chardonnay grapes from the Côte des Bar. It comes from a single vineyard and is offered without final dosage, delivering a crisp, fresh, and precise profile. The prise de mousse is part of the traditional Champagne production process, while natural fermentation takes place in oak barrels and the wine is aged for a long time on the lees, emphasizing purity and a sense of place.

Where it comes from

The grapes come from the Côte des Bar, in Champagne, on Kimmeridgian soils. The vineyard plot is on north-facing slopes, a setting that drives the wine’s expression toward tension and freshness. The distinctiveness of the soil adds a recognizable mineral texture and a sense of precision. This project stems from Clandestin's focus on single-vineyard identity and a clear interpretation of the territory without any final sweetening.

How it is made

Production begins with harvesting Chardonnay from the single vineyard and gentle pneumatic pressing to obtain clean musts. Fermentation is natural and takes place in oak barrels, a choice that supports structure while maintaining an essential character. This is followed by a long aging on the lees, a key step for integration and depth. The wine is presented as Brut Nature, without final dosage, thus preserving the dryness and integrity of the terroir.

Tasting notes

On the nose it displays fresh and mineral notes, with clear citrus hints and immediate clarity. On the palate, it is lively and intense, with an elegant structure that supports progression without weighing it down. The finish is long and precise, with persistence that highlights pleasant salinity and consistent tension, reflecting the Brut Nature style and prolonged lees aging.

Food pairings

It pairs effortlessly with seafood dishes, where freshness and minerality complement the ingredients without overpowering them. Oysters are a natural choice, as the wine’s saline notes harmonize with their brininess. Tuna tartare also draws out the wine’s dry dynamic and citrus precision, keeping the sip clean and vibrant.

When to serve

It is ideal when a pure, dry style is desired at the table, accompanying a seafood meal seamlessly. The lack of final dosage keeps precision and cleanness at the forefront, while freshness and saline persistence make it suitable both at the beginning of the meal and with light main courses. Prolonged lees aging supports intensity and balance, offering a coherent drinking experience in the glass.