The Rise of Aube: Vouette & Sorbée and Bertrand Gautherot's Legacy

The Aube, a southeastern corner of Champagne, has become a hub for distinctive and expressive Champagnes. Bertrand Gautherot of Vouette & Sorbée played a key role in this transformation, beginning in 1986 and releasing his first domaine Champagnes in 2001, setting a new standard for quality.

Commitment to Natural Viticulture

Founded in 1993, Vouette & Sorbée champions organic and biodynamic farming, prioritizing quality over quantity. Gautherot, alongside pioneers like Anselme Selosse and Vincent Laval, focuses on terroir expression, with vineyards on Kimmeridgian and Portlandian soils. His minimal-intervention approach preserves purity, using indigenous yeasts and avoiding fining, filtering, or dosage.

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Singular Champagnes

Vouette & Sorbée produces highly sought-after wines:

  • Fidèle: 100% Pinot Noir, expressing its terroir faithfully.

  • Blanc d’Argile: A Chardonnay cuvée with minerality and finesse.

  • Saignée de Sorbée: A rare, complex Pinot Noir rosé.

  • Textures: A unique Pinot Blanc aged in barrels and amphorae for depth.

Exclusive cuvées like Extrait and Sobre are produced in minuscule quantities, earning cult status among collectors.

A Lasting Legacy

Gautherot’s commitment to terroir has influenced a new wave of Aube growers. Despite critical acclaim, including Richard Juhlin’s recognition as "the only 4-star property outside the Marne," Gautherot remains a humble vigneron, dedicated to crafting wines that speak of their origins. Vouette & Sorbée stands as a testament to authenticity and passion in Champagne.