Attributes:
Origin: Alsace, France
Grape Varieties: 50% Pinot Blanc + 50% Pinot Auxerrois.
Production: The grapes are carefully hand picked. At the press house the whole, uncrushed grapes are placed directly into pneumatic presses. Pressing is limited to give 100 liters of juice from 150kg of grapes (compared with 130kg of grapes for the still Alsace wines). The first fermentation takes place in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. The rest of the winemaking process follows the traditional method. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle. Rumuage or riddling is made on computer programmed gyropalettes. Dégorgement occurs after approximately 24 months of aging.
Appearance: Light straw color with a green hue.
Nose: Fruity nose revealing flavors of white flowers and citrus fruit.
Taste: Pinot Auxerrois lends itself to a creamy palate, followed by the crisp pear, fresh melon and balanced minerality of the Pinot Blanc. Mildly floral.
Gastronomy: As an aperitif or Kir Royal. With charcuterie. Typical of brut sparkling it’s acidity plays well with most foods.
Serve chilled.
12% ABV, Residual Sugar 8.1g per litre
Attributes:
Origin: Alsace, France
Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Production: The grapes are carefully hand picked and pressed. The first fermentation takes place in classic vats. The rest of the winemaking process follows the traditional method. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle for a minimum of 24 months. Riddling takes place on computer programmed gyropalettes.
Appearance: Soft rose color.
Nose: Ripe red fruits including currant.
Taste: Soft and ripe, with balanced acidity. Persistent crisp finish of tart raspberry.
Gastronomy: As an aperitif, with fresh oysters, soft cheeses and fatty dishes.
Serve chilled.
12% ABV, Residual Sugar 8.9 grams per litre
Attributes:
Origin: Alsace, France
Grape Varieties: 25% Pinot Blanc + 25% Pinot Auxerrois + 25% Pinot Gris + 25% Pinot Noir
Production: The grapes are carefully hand picked and pressed. The first fermentation takes place in classic vats. The rest of the winemaking process follows the traditional method. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle for a minimum of 16 months. Riddling takes place on computer programmed gyropalettes.
Appearance: Pale straw in color with a steady stream of pinpoint bubbles.
Nose: Expressive nose with hints of dried fruit and toast, aromatically complex.
Taste: The attack on the palate is full and creamy and followed by a finish that is harmonious and dry.
Gastronomy: Ideal on its own, or can be enjoyed with many different types of cuisine.
Serve chilled.
12.5% ABV, Residual Sugar 2.7 grams per litre
Attributes:
Origin: Alsace, France
Grape Varieties: 50% Pinot Blanc + 50% Pinot Auxerrois.
Production: The grapes are carefully hand picked and pressed. The first fermentation takes place in classic vats. The rest of the winemaking process follows the traditional method. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle for a minimum of 24 months. Riddling takes place on computer programmed gyropalettes.
Appearance: Pale straw in color with a steady stream of tiny bubbles.
Nose: Fine nose of pastry and floral notes.
Taste: Lively effervescence, balanced acidity, with a citron and slightly saline finish.
Gastronomy: A refined aperitif, or a wine that will pair well with most foods. As the fresh salinity and balance of acidity makes a nice companion to many dishes.
Serve chilled.
12% ABV, Residual Sugar 2 grams per litre
Attributes:
Origin: Alsace, France
Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Production: The grapes are carefully hand picked and pressed. The first fermentation takes place in classic vats. The rest of the winemaking process follows the traditional method. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle for a minimum of 24 months. Riddling takes place on computer programmed gyropalettes.
Appearance: Light yellow color slightly salmon, fine bubbles with a thick and persistent corolla.
Nose: Expressive and elegant nose of floral and red fruit notes.
Taste: Full-bodied attack, dry with a fine acidity. Robust fruitiness and hints of cranberry.
Gastronomy: A complex wine for more complex foods. Try with hard aged cheese, foie gras, roasted meats and Thai cuisine. Also makes an excellent Thanksgiving wine.
Serve Chilled.
12.7% ABV, Residual Sugar 4.5 grams per litre