Champagne lovers rejoice! We’ve got one of our most adored producers back in stock and an ENTIRE SERIES of vintage bottlings to offer for those that are savvy enough to get in early on our newsletter offer. We’re talking about vintage releases of the wines of Andre Clouet, the master house of the village of Bouzy in Montagne de Reims.
These “Dream Vintage” wines celebrate exceptional harvest years in a blanc de blanc (100% chardonnay) style with grapes sourced from Grand Cru sites. The wines themselves are captivating and extraordinarily delicious, each individually expressing the nuances of Bouzy and the dynamics of each unique harvest. Bouzy Champagnes are known for their profound body and intensity of flavor, all stemming from sunny, southern exposure vineyards that provide ample ripeness to maturing grapes.
Each single-vintage release of these Dream Vintage wines is packaged in a unique color bottling modeled after Cadillacs from the 1950s. Jean-François Clouet is the head of the winery and himself is a automobile fanatic, and seeks to draw a comparison between the luxury and stylish flair of his wines with that of one of his favorite car brands of the glory days. Having the full line-up of these Champagnes on the dinner table or resting in your cellar will make for an unforgettable experience to your guests; and that’s before they’re even wowed by how good these wines taste.
In addition, we’ve got Clouet’s other NV releases in-stock that may perhaps be some of the greatest deals in all of Champagne. DON’T MISS OUT!
Why Drink Vintage?
Vintag Champagne is a luxury that can’t be replicated by any other wine experience or style that exists. As Champagne ages the tarter more citrus forward flavors of green apple and lemon transform and evolve into a synthesis of toasted brioche and baked/candied fruit. This transition towards greater richness is still underpinned by the lovely acidity that Champagne has in spades, making a wine that balances perfectly between spectrums of intensity. These wines are adored by collectors and therefore are typically much higher in price than standard non-vintage releases. Andre Clouet however disgorges these wines for late releases on annual basis, enabling a broader base of wine lovers to get access at generous pricing.
These “Dream Vintage” wines celebrate exceptional harvest years in a blanc de blanc (100% chardonnay) style with grapes sourced from Grand Cru sites. The wines themselves are captivating and extraordinarily delicious, each individually expressing the nuances of Bouzy and the dynamics of each unique harvest. Bouzy Champagnes are known for their profound body and intensity of flavor, all stemming from sunny, southern exposure vineyards that provide ample ripeness to maturing grapes.
Each single-vintage release of these Dream Vintage wines is packaged in a unique color bottling modeled after Cadillacs from the 1950s. Jean-François Clouet is the head of the winery and himself is a automobile fanatic, and seeks to draw a comparison between the luxury and stylish flair of his wines with that of one of his favorite car brands of the glory days. Having the full line-up of these Champagnes on the dinner table or resting in your cellar will make for an unforgettable experience to your guests; and that’s before they’re even wowed by how good these wines taste.
In addition, we’ve got Clouet’s other NV releases in-stock that may perhaps be some of the greatest deals in all of Champagne. DON’T MISS OUT!
Why Drink Vintage?
Vintag Champagne is a luxury that can’t be replicated by any other wine experience or style that exists. As Champagne ages the tarter more citrus forward flavors of green apple and lemon transform and evolve into a synthesis of toasted brioche and baked/candied fruit. This transition towards greater richness is still underpinned by the lovely acidity that Champagne has in spades, making a wine that balances perfectly between spectrums of intensity. These wines are adored by collectors and therefore are typically much higher in price than standard non-vintage releases. Andre Clouet however disgorges these wines for late releases on annual basis, enabling a broader base of wine lovers to get access at generous pricing.
Vintage Offerings (Arriving October 13th):
Andre Clouet ‘Dream Vintage’ Brut, Champagne 2006 750ml $75 special, 36 bottles available
James Suckling 95 points “A rich and almost opulent champagne for lovers of mature chardonnay. As much melted butter as candied-lemon and orange character. Glides over the palate into the very silky finish, the touch of salinity creating a wonderful tension with the creaminess. “
Andre Clouet ‘Dream Vintage’ Brut, Champagne 2008 750ml $85 special, 36 bottles available
James Suckling 96 points “Such a classic Blanc de Blancs champagne with the special elegance, brilliance and minerality of the 2008 vintage. Very well structured, but without the austere acidity structure that some 2008s have. Long and very clean finish that sends you back to the glass.
Andre Clouet ‘Dream Vintage’ Brut, Champagne 2009 750ml $54.50 special, 36 bottles available
James Suckling 94 points “A slew of candied-citrus aromas are married to a full, creamy body and very elegant acidity that carries the richness with ease. Long, gentle finish with plenty of mineral complexity.”
Andre Clouet ‘Dream Vintage’ Brut, Champagne 2013 750ml $53.50 special, 36 bottles available
100% Chardonnay, bottled one year after harvest. Disgorged to order for the importer.
Andre Clouet ‘Dream Vintage’ Brut, Champagne 2016 750ml $54.50 special, 36 bottles available
Andre Clouet ‘Dream Vintage’ Brut, Champagne 2006 750ml $75 special, 36 bottles available
James Suckling 95 points “A rich and almost opulent champagne for lovers of mature chardonnay. As much melted butter as candied-lemon and orange character. Glides over the palate into the very silky finish, the touch of salinity creating a wonderful tension with the creaminess. “
Andre Clouet ‘Dream Vintage’ Brut, Champagne 2008 750ml $85 special, 36 bottles available
James Suckling 96 points “Such a classic Blanc de Blancs champagne with the special elegance, brilliance and minerality of the 2008 vintage. Very well structured, but without the austere acidity structure that some 2008s have. Long and very clean finish that sends you back to the glass.
Andre Clouet ‘Dream Vintage’ Brut, Champagne 2009 750ml $54.50 special, 36 bottles available
James Suckling 94 points “A slew of candied-citrus aromas are married to a full, creamy body and very elegant acidity that carries the richness with ease. Long, gentle finish with plenty of mineral complexity.”
Andre Clouet ‘Dream Vintage’ Brut, Champagne 2013 750ml $53.50 special, 36 bottles available
100% Chardonnay, bottled one year after harvest. Disgorged to order for the importer.
Andre Clouet ‘Dream Vintage’ Brut, Champagne 2016 750ml $54.50 special, 36 bottles available
100% Chardonnay, bottled one year after harvest. Disgorged to order for the importer.
All Andre Clouet Wines Available (including the amazing value NV releases):
All Andre Clouet Wines Available (including the amazing value NV releases):
| ANDRE CLOUET WINES | VWS PRICE | AVAILABLE | REVIEWS | LINK |
| CLOUET BRUT GRANDE RSV NV | $39.00 | 36+ | 90 WA | Link |
| CLOUET BRUT GRANDE RSV NV 3L | $279.00 | 5 | 90 WA | Link |
| CLOUET BRUT GRANDE RSV NV MAG | $89.00 | 36 | 90 WA | Link |
| CLOUET BRUT ROSE NV 3L | $319.00 | 3 | 90 WA | Link |
| CLOUET BRUT ROSE NV 750ML | $49.00 | 36 | 90 WA | Link |
| CLOUET BRUT SILVER NV | $39.00 | 36+ | 92+ WA | Link |
| CLOUET BRUT SILVER NV 3L | $279.00 | 17 | 92+ WA | Link |
| CLOUET BRUT UN JOUR 1911 750ML | $85.00 | 36+ | 96 WA | Link |
| CLOUET CHALKY BRUT NV | $54.50 | 36 | 93 JS | Link |
| CLOUET DREAM VINTAGE 2006 | $75.00 | 36 | 95 JS | Link |
| CLOUET DREAM VINTAGE 2008 | $85.00 | 36 | 96 JS | Link |
| CLOUET DREAM VINTAGE 2009 | $54.50 | 36 | 94 JS | Link |
| CLOUET DREAM VINTAGE 2013 | $53.50 | 36 | Link | |
| CLOUET DREAM VINTAGE 2016 | $54.50 | 36 | Link | |
| CLOUET V6 NV | $51.90 | 36 | 93+ WA | Link |