Clandestin Les Passagers Fiole 23 Blanc de Blancs 2023
Clandestin

Clandestin Les Passagers Fiole 23 Blanc de Blancs 2023

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Clandestin Les Passagers Fiole 23 Blanc de Blancs 2023 is a fresh and minimalistic expression of Chardonnay from Côte des Bar, focused on purity, energy, and minerality. Ideal for those who enjoy crisp, precise, and zero-dosage Champagnes.

Vineyard

Region: Côte des Bar, France

Sourced from selected parcels around Landreville. The soils are predominantly Kimmeridgian limestone (limestone and clay), similar to Chablis, giving the wine a distinctive mineral backbone and tension.

The 2023 vintage highlights freshness and precision, with careful vineyard work focused on low yields and organic/biodynamic practices.

 Winery

Fermentation with native yeasts in neutral vessels (stainless steel and/or used oak) to preserve purity and terroir expression. No fining or filtration.

Aged on lees for a shorter period compared to classic non-vintage Champagnes, emphasizing freshness and vibrancy.

Dosage: 0 g/l (Brut Nature – no added sugar

 Nose / Palate

Nose: fresh citrus (lemon, lime), green apple, white flowers, and a subtle saline note.

Palate:

  • very fresh and energetic
  • sharp, precise acidity
  • light, fine mousse
  • pronounced minerality (chalky, saline)
  • clean, crisp and refreshing finish
Producer Clandestin
Country France
Region Champagne
Volume 0,75 L
€0,00 EUR
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Clandestin

Clandestin

Champagne Clandestin is a small, highly distinctive Champagne project founded by Benoît Doussot, a Burgundian outsider who brought a fresh perspective to the region. Launched in 2015-2016 without family vineyards, Clandestin works as a micro-négociant, sourcing organically farmed grapes from a network of growers in the Côte des Bar to highlight the untapped potential of this terroir. 

Driven by a strong focus on site and exposition, each cuvée is built around specific parcels and soil types, often separating north- and south-facing vineyards to express their differences with precision. In the cellar, the approach is resolutely minimal - spontaneous fermentations, barrel ageing, and zero-dosage bottlings allow the wines to remain pure, textured, and transparent to their origin. 

Production is small and highly focused, resulting in Champagnes that feel both experimental and deeply terroir-driven. Clandestin stands out as a modern, boundary-pushing voice in Champagne - combining Burgundian sensibility with the raw, mineral energy of the Aube.
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