André Clouet Rosé No. 5 Brut NV – Grand Cru Champagne

NEW RELEASE! 100% GRAND CRU PINOT NOIR! BOUZY ROUGE IN THE BLEND! THE EXTRAORDINARY ANDRÉ CLOUET ROSÉ NO. 5 – ONE OF CHAMPAGNE'S MOST EXCITING GROWER ROSÉS FOR JUST $130!

André Clouet Rosé No. 5 Brut NV – Champagne, France

New Release at Liquid Vibe

RRP $130 per bottle

NOW THIS IS WHAT WE CALL SERIOUS ROSÉ CHAMPAGNE!

There are rosé Champagnes made to be delicate, pale and understated.

There are rosé Champagnes made primarily for their beautiful colour.

And then there are rosé Champagnes that deliver extraordinary fruit, genuine structure, magnificent texture and a level of complexity that makes them serious wines in their own right.

ANDRÉ CLOUET ROSÉ NO. 5 IS FIRMLY IN THAT FINAL CATEGORY!

From the legendary Grand Cru village of Bouzy comes one of the most distinctive expressions of rosé Champagne.

A wine built around the extraordinary Pinot Noir vineyards of the Montagne de Reims.

But here's what makes it particularly exciting.

100% PINOT NOIR!

GRAND CRU FRUIT!

STILL RED WINE FROM BOUZY IN THE BLEND!

And a style deliberately crafted to deliver more richness, depth and red-fruit character than the lighter rosés in the André Clouet range.

Think wild strawberries.

Ripe raspberries.

Morello cherries.

Redcurrants.

Pomegranate.

Delicate rose petals.

And subtle notes of brioche and pastry.

All wrapped together in a Champagne with a beautifully creamy mousse, vibrant acidity and a long, chalky mineral finish.

THIS IS ROSÉ CHAMPAGNE WITH REAL PERSONALITY!

100% GRAND CRU PINOT NOIR!

THE EXTRAORDINARY TERROIR OF BOUZY!

TRADITIONAL BOTTLE FERMENTATION!

A MAGNIFICENTLY RICH, FRUIT-DRIVEN STYLE!

JUST $130 A BOTTLE!

For anyone who loves great Pinot Noir and serious grower Champagne, this is a wonderful discovery.

André Clouet – A Historic Grower Champagne House

The story of André Clouet is one of the most fascinating in Champagne.

Based in Bouzy, in the Montagne de Reims, the Clouet family has deep roots in one of the region's most celebrated Grand Cru villages.

The family's history reaches back centuries, with connections to the French royal court.

That heritage is reflected in the house's beautiful, ornate labels.

But behind the impressive presentation lies something even more important.

EXCEPTIONAL GRAND CRU PINOT NOIR!

Today, Jean-François Clouet continues the family's tradition of producing distinctive Champagnes that express the remarkable character of Bouzy.

These are wines renowned for their generous fruit.

Their beautiful texture.

Their depth and concentration.

And their ability to balance richness with freshness.

And few wines demonstrate that philosophy quite as beautifully as Rosé No. 5.

Bouzy Grand Cru – One of Champagne's Greatest Pinot Noir Villages

Now here's where this Champagne becomes particularly interesting.

BOUZY GRAND CRU!

Located on the Montagne de Reims, Bouzy is one of the most famous Pinot Noir villages in the entire Champagne region.

Its vineyards are renowned for producing Pinot Noir with exceptional ripeness, concentration and structure.

The chalk-rich soils contribute freshness and mineral precision.

The favourable vineyard exposures help the grapes achieve beautiful maturity.

And the resulting wines often display a remarkable combination of richness and elegance.

Ripe strawberries.

Red cherries.

Wild raspberries.

And a generous, beautifully textured palate.

But Bouzy has another claim to fame.

IT IS ALSO ONE OF CHAMPAGNE'S MOST FAMOUS SOURCES OF STILL RED WINE!

And that brings us to the most exciting aspect of this Champagne.

Rouge de Bouzy – The Secret Behind This Extraordinary Rosé

One of the most fascinating things about André Clouet Rosé No. 5 is the way it achieves its colour and flavour.

ROUGE DE BOUZY!

Bouzy is famous for producing still red Pinot Noir, traditionally known as Bouzy Rouge.

These wines are prized for their depth, structure and beautifully ripe red-fruit character.

And André Clouet uses a proportion of this still red Pinot Noir in its Rosé No. 5.

This is known as the assemblage method of making rosé Champagne.

Rather than relying entirely on skin contact to create colour, a small proportion of still red wine is blended with white base wine before the Champagne undergoes its second fermentation.

The result is extraordinary.

More colour.

More red-fruit expression.

More depth.

And a beautifully structured palate.

But without sacrificing the freshness and elegance that make Champagne so special.

THE RICHNESS OF BOUZY ROUGE MEETS THE FINESSE OF GRAND CRU CHAMPAGNE!

Why Is It Called No. 5?

Now here's another fascinating detail.

André Clouet produces different expressions of rosé Champagne.

The numbers reflect their different personalities.

Rosé No. 3 is the lighter, more delicate and elegant expression.

But Rosé No. 5 takes things in a different direction.

MORE COLOUR!

MORE DEPTH!

MORE RED FRUIT!

MORE STRUCTURE!

It is the richer, more exuberant expression of the house's rosé style.

And that is precisely what makes it so appealing.

This is not simply a Champagne to drink as an aperitif.

It has the depth and structure to accompany an entire meal.

100% Pinot Noir – A Magnificent Expression of Grand Cru Fruit

Another important detail is the grape variety.

100% PINOT NOIR!

Both the pale Champagne base wine and the still red Bouzy component come from Pinot Noir.

This is a wonderful example of how versatile this extraordinary grape variety can be.

In its white-wine form, Pinot Noir brings structure, orchard fruit, freshness and finesse.

In its red-wine form, it contributes colour, depth and ripe red-berry character.

Together, they create a rosé Champagne with remarkable harmony.

The result is a wine that is both generous and elegant.

Rich yet beautifully fresh.

Expressive yet wonderfully precise.

PURE GRAND CRU PINOT NOIR – TWO DIFFERENT EXPRESSIONS OF THE SAME EXTRAORDINARY GRAPE.

Traditional Bottle Fermentation – The Art of Great Champagne

André Clouet Rosé No. 5 is made using the traditional Champagne method.

After the base wines are prepared and blended, the wine undergoes its second fermentation in bottle.

This creates the fine bubbles that distinguish Champagne from other sparkling wines.

The bottles then mature on their lees.

During this period, the wine develops additional complexity and texture.

Fresh fruit becomes more integrated.

The mousse becomes finer.

And subtle savoury notes begin to emerge.

Brioche.

Pastry.

And delicate toasted-nut characters.

The result is a Champagne with a beautifully creamy mouthfeel and impressive depth.

TRADITIONAL CHAMPAGNE CRAFTSMANSHIP – WITH THE EXTRAORDINARY CHARACTER OF BOUZY PINOT NOIR!

The Beauty of Extended Lees Ageing

One of the reasons great Champagne develops such extraordinary texture is its time spent ageing on the lees.

Lees are the spent yeast cells remaining after fermentation.

Over time, they contribute to the development of the wine's flavour and texture.

The fruit becomes more layered.

The mousse becomes beautifully integrated.

And the Champagne develops additional savoury complexity.

For André Clouet Rosé No. 5, published technical information for previous releases indicates approximately 36 months on lees.

That maturation contributes to the wine's appealing combination of red-fruit richness and creamy texture.

WONDERFUL FRUIT, BEAUTIFUL TEXTURE AND CLASSIC CHAMPAGNE COMPLEXITY!

A Beautifully Balanced Brut Rosé

Although Rosé No. 5 is the richer expression of André Clouet's rosé range, it remains a beautifully balanced Brut Champagne.

Published specifications have listed dosage levels around 5–6 grams per litre.

That is enough to complement the generous fruit without making the wine taste sweet.

The result is wonderfully harmonious.

Ripe strawberries and cherries.

Fresh citrus.

Fine acidity.

And a long, dry mineral finish.

GENEROUS FRUIT WITHOUT EXCESS SWEETNESS!

Wild Strawberries, Morello Cherries and Extraordinary Pinot Noir Character

Now this is where André Clouet Rosé No. 5 really comes into its own.

In the glass, it displays a beautiful rosé colour, with greater depth than many pale Champagne rosés.

The bubbles are fine and persistent.

And the aromas are wonderfully expressive.

Wild strawberries.

Fresh raspberries.

Morello cherries.

Redcurrants.

And delicate rose petals.

Then come the more complex characters.

Subtle brioche.

Fresh pastry.

And gentle spice.

On the palate, the wine is beautifully generous.

There is wonderful Pinot Noir fruit.

A creamy, textured mid-palate.

And a lovely balance between richness and freshness.

The red-fruit character is particularly appealing.

Strawberries.

Cherries.

And ripe raspberries.

But the finish is what makes the wine special.

Fresh.

Chalky.

Mineral.

And wonderfully persistent.

RICH, FRUITY AND BEAUTIFULLY TEXTURED – YET ELEGANT, FRESH AND PRECISE!

This is exactly what serious rosé Champagne should be.

A Magnificent Champagne for Food

One of the great attractions of Rosé No. 5 is its versatility with food.

The richer Pinot Noir character makes it particularly appealing with dishes that might overwhelm a lighter Champagne.

Freshly Shucked Oysters

The vibrant acidity and mineral freshness provide a beautiful contrast to the briny flavours.

Kingfish Crudo

A wonderful pairing with citrus, olive oil and delicate herbs.

Tuna Tartare

The red-fruit character and fine acidity complement fresh tuna beautifully.

Pan-Seared Scallops

Excellent with browned butter and subtle spice.

Grilled Salmon

A magnificent match for the Champagne's Pinot Noir richness.

Duck Breast

The depth and structure make this a particularly exciting pairing.

Roast Chicken

The savoury notes and generous texture complement roast chicken beautifully.

Prosciutto and Charcuterie

The vibrant acidity cuts through the richness of cured meats.

Strawberry Tart

A lovely pairing when the dessert is restrained in sweetness.

And of course, this is a magnificent Champagne to enjoy on its own.

Serve in a proper white-wine glass to appreciate the aromas and texture.

Why We Love This Wine at Liquid Vibe

At Liquid Vibe, we are passionate about discovering wines that offer something genuinely distinctive.

Wines with history.

Wines with personality.

And wines that demonstrate exactly why great grower Champagne is so exciting.

André Clouet Rosé No. 5 ticks every box.

First, there is the producer.

ONE OF CHAMPAGNE'S MOST DISTINCTIVE FAMILY-OWNED GROWER HOUSES!

Then there are the vineyards.

BOUZY GRAND CRU!

Then there is the grape variety.

100% PINOT NOIR!

Then there is the winemaking.

BOUZY ROUGE BLENDED INTO THE CHAMPAGNE!

Then there is the style.

RICHER, DEEPER AND MORE EXPRESSIVE THAN THE LIGHTER ROSÉ NO. 3!

And finally, there is the price.

JUST $130 A BOTTLE!

For anyone who loves Pinot Noir, this is an extraordinary Champagne to discover.

A Champagne with genuine vineyard character.

Beautiful fruit.

Magnificent texture.

And a wonderfully long, mineral finish.

100% GRAND CRU PINOT NOIR. BOUZY ROUGE. TRADITIONAL BOTTLE FERMENTATION. JUST $130.

André Clouet Rosé No. 5 Brut NV – an outstanding grower Champagne and a wonderful new addition to the Liquid Vibe collection.

Wine Details

• Producer: André Clouet

• Wine: Rosé No. 5 Brut

• Vintage: Non-Vintage

• Region: Champagne, France

• Village: Bouzy, Montagne de Reims

• Classification: Grand Cru fruit

• Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir, including the still red Bouzy component

• Style: Brut Rosé Champagne

• Production: Traditional-method bottle fermentation

• Rosé Method: Assemblage, incorporating still red Pinot Noir from Bouzy

• Lees Ageing: Approximately 36 months in published release information

• Dosage: Approximately 5–6 g/L in published specifications; varies by release

• Alcohol: Approximately 12%

• Aromas: Wild strawberry, raspberry, cherry, redcurrant, rose petals and brioche

• Palate: Generous, richly fruited and creamy, with fresh acidity and a long chalky finish

• RRP: $130 per bottle

• Food Pairing: Kingfish, tuna, scallops, salmon, duck, roast chicken and charcuterie

• Serving Temperature: 8–10°C

• Drinking: Enjoy now; suitable for further careful short-to-medium-term cellaring