Vouette et Sorbee Champagne Blanc d'Argile NV

 Bertrand Gautherot of Vouette et Sorbée is one of Champagne’s most compelling voices, crafting wines with a Burgundian sensibility from his biodynamically farmed vineyards in the Côte des Bar. Blanc d’Argile is his singular Blanc de Blancs, sourced entirely from Chardonnay vines rooted in Kimmeridgian limestone soils—similar to those found in Chablis. Fermentation occurs with native yeasts, followed by aging in used oak barrels, allowing for a full, textured expression that balances power with finesse. Bottled without filtration and with only minimal sulfur, this wine is as pure and terroir-driven as Champagne gets.

Far from a typical Blanc de Blancs, Blanc d’Argile is vinous and deeply mineral, offering aromas of ripe citrus, white peach, and fresh herbs alongside a striking saline quality. The palate is layered and intense, with notes of lemon curd, crushed stones, and a hint of brioche, all carried by a firm, racy backbone. The lees aging in oak adds a whisper of richness without compromising the wine’s chiseled precision.

This Champagne has the depth to pair beautifully with complex dishes like Dover sole meunière, roasted cauliflower with hazelnuts, or a creamy risotto topped with aged Parmesan. A powerful yet precise expression of Chardonnay, it is one of the most thought-provoking Blanc de Blancs in the region.