La Source Brut Nature 2021

Wine Description for La Source Brut Nature 2021 by de Bichery

Character

A Brut Nature from Champagne that forgoes any dosage, representing the purest form of sparkling wine. With just 12.5% alcohol, this Champagne displays delicate and tense character, with natural acidity and minerality coming to the fore without the veil of residual sugar. The Cuvée of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir unites elegance with structural depth – a wine that prioritises transparency and artisanal integrity over pleasing sweetness.

Terroir & Origin

De Bichery works in Champagne, that unique region with its chalk-rich soils that lend sparkling wines their characteristic minerality. The name “La Source” – the spring – hints at a special connection to the terroir, possibly referring to parcels with specific geological characteristics. The 2021 vintage in Champagne was marked by cool conditions, which favoured freshness and precision – ideal prerequisites for a Brut Nature that has nothing to hide.

Grape Variety & Vinification

The combination of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir is classically Champenois: Chardonnay brings finesse, citrus freshness and minerality, whilst Pinot Noir contributes structure, body and red fruit aromas. The absence of dosage – Brut Nature means less than 3 grams of residual sugar per litre – demands flawless base wines and precise craftsmanship. Only perfectly ripe grapes and careful vinification can produce a Champagne that convinces without the compensation of sugar. This is uncompromising winemaking style that reveals the true face of the terroir.

Food Pairing Recommendations

The bone-dry, mineral character of this Champagne makes it the ideal companion for raw oysters, seafood and sashimi. It also harmonises beautifully with smoked fish, goat’s cheese or sea bass crudo. The vibrant acidity cuts through fat and elevates delicate flavours – perfect for purist, modern cuisine.