Crémant

Crémant is the term used in France to designate classic method sparkling wines produced mainly in Alsace, Burgundy, Loire and other regions of France. The grapes used to make these fine sparkling wines are the same ones used for the production of still wines of the respective denominations. However, the Loire is an exception, where Sauvignon is not considered suitable for sparkling wine and the main grape variety of Crémant de Loire is Chenin Blanc with its aromas of lemon, quince, pear and chamomile. Crémant de Alsace , although it can be monovarietal, is generally a blend based on Pinot Blanc, soft and broad like the Crémant d'Alsace Brut Gustave Lorentz (91 pt WE). From Burgundy come the Crémant de Bourgogne, based on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay , closer to Champagne and in which, when Pinot Noir dominates, floral and fruity hints of great charm and elegance advance.