Winemaker Notes
Rich color, gold yellow and brilliant dress, continuous and fine effervescence. Open, rich and fine nose. Pleasant and attractive nose with aromas of bread yeasts, of almond past, fruitiness based on Mirabelle plum and Damas plum, on dried mulberries, aromas of camomilla and of broom. Round and fresh sparkling wine, refreshing and smooth.
Suitable as an aperitif and with dessert. Nice for receptions and parties. The fruity flavors of this wine predispose it to accompany a plum tart, a Sabayon with raspberries and vanilla or profiteroles.
Organically grown
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Quite a full-bodied and generous Crémant that will appeal to those who like more powerful champagnes. Maybe it’s not that subtle, but I really like the full brioche and apricot notes. Nicely balanced, bold and dry finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now.
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Wine Enthusiast
A touch of yeastiness is all that escapes on this wine’s closed nose, and even the bubbles keep their secrets. The palate offers more yeasty notes, paired with lemon freshness that shows both depth and brightness. Foam is fine and supple. It’s an elegant sparkler with a long, dry finish.
A term typically reserved for Champagne and Sparkling Wines, non-vintage or simply “NV” on a label indicates a blend of finished wines from different vintages (years of harvest). To make non-vintage Champagne, typically the current year’s harvest (in other words, the current vintage) forms the base of the blend. Finished wines from previous years, called “vins de reserve” are blended in at approximately 10-50% of the total volume in order to achieve the flavor, complexity, body and acidity for the desired house style. A tiny proportion of Champagnes are made from a single vintage.
There are also some very large production still wines that may not claim one particular vintage. This would be at the discretion of the winemaker’s goals for character of the final wine.
Small but mighty, this picturesque region in northeastern France is renowned for its white wines produced by passionate families whose winemaking roots span generations and even centuries. Nestled between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine River, Alsace benefits from a sunny, dry climate and a long growing season. It is one of the most geologically diverse regions in the world — one of the many reasons why Alsace rocks!
Alsace wines include dry, mineral-driven Riesling, earthy Pinot Gris, refreshing Pinot Blanc, exuberant Gewurztraminer, elegant Pinot Noir, and more. From traditional-method sparkling wines to easy-drinking AOC Alsace, to complex Grand Cru bottlings from 51 distinct sites, and rich, late harvest wines, Alsace produces a wine for every occasion. Most Alsace wines are single-varietal bottlings and are labeled with the grape name. The region is also one of the greenest wine-producing areas in France, with 36% of its vineyard area certified organic.
Riesling, the region’s calling card, is dry, fresh and floral in its youth, developing complex mineral and flint character with age. Gewurztraminer is known for its signature spice and lychee aromatics. Pinot Gris is prized for its combination of crisp acidity and savory spice as well as ripe stone fruit flavors. Pinot Blanc is an affable food partner or porch sipper. Pinot Noir, the only red grape in AOC Alsace, is now authorized in three Grand Cru areas and is also used for Crémant d’Alsace sparkling rosé. Any bottle you choose will offer deliciousness, pleasure and value that is unprecedented in other wine regions.