Located in the heart of the Saint-Pourçain apppellation, and initially devoted to cereal crops, Olivier Teissèdre acquired the estate in 1976. In 1989, Olivier's wife, Odile, wished to diversify the estate’s activities. That same year, they became owners of Clos des Bérioles and planted the first 9,000 vines on the Climat des Bérioles. Over the next 22 years, the vineyard developed to 8 hectares. In 2011, their son Jean joined to the family estate after training in Burgundy and the Loire Valley. He officia
Presentation
Terroir
Blend of different parcels, in Cesset
Clay-limestone soil
South East facing exposure
Clay-limestone soil
South East facing exposure
Winemaking
Manual harvesting in 25 kg crates
Selective manual sorting on a sorting table
Cold settling (9°C)
Vinification and fermentation at low temperature (13°C at the start, rising to 17°C at the end)
Secondary fermentation (prise de mousse) using the traditional method
Selective manual sorting on a sorting table
Cold settling (9°C)
Vinification and fermentation at low temperature (13°C at the start, rising to 17°C at the end)
Secondary fermentation (prise de mousse) using the traditional method
Ageing
12 months on lattes before disgorgement
Zero dosage
Zero dosage
Varietal
Gamay : 100%
Specifications
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
Between 8 and 10 degrees C.
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 2 to 3 years
Tasting
A dry sparkling wine with fine bubbles.
A delicate nose with hints of red fruit.
A delicate nose with hints of red fruit.
Food pairings
Ideal for any festive occasion or as an aperitif, and perfect with red-fruit desserts.
