Chavost — Paradoxe 2025

Paradoxe 2025

Chavost | Brut Nature | Vintage 2025

The – Paradoxe was an exciting, slightly challenging bottle for me – especially because of its yeast note.

In the glass initially clearly marked by autolysis: Yeast, bread, a hint of dough – present, but not heavy. At the same time, the wine still seems surprisingly young, almost a little restless, as if it hasn't quite settled in yet.

This bottle here was only dégorgé in June 2025. This freshness after the dégorgement is noticeable. The perlage still somewhat angular, the structure taut, the aromas more linear than fully developed. Less depth, more energy.

We drank it with tacos topped with guacamole, onions, spicy meat, cilantro, a squeeze of lemon juice and some Sriracha – and that's exactly where the champagne really came alive. The yeast buffers the heat, the acidity cuts through fat and avocado, and the lack of dosage keeps everything dry and focused. A real harmony with the food.

Still, it remains uncompromising: No sulfur, no dosage intervention – everything is direct, honest and unvarnished. Chardonnay and Meunier carry the wine without polishing it smooth.

For me a Paradoxe in the best sense: exciting, still in motion – and a bottle that you either drink consciously young or give more time.

Tasting Notes

Clearly marked by autolysis with yeast, bread and a hint of dough. Young and energetic with taut structure, angular perlage and linear aromas – direct, honest and unvarnished.

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