Cremant de Limoux – Extra Brut

Product Description

Producer: Claude Vialade

Origin: Occitania, Languedoc-Roussilion – France

Appellation: AOP Crémant de Limoux

Wine Style:

Sparkling Extra Brut – Light bodied – 12% ABV

Varietal range:

70% Chardonnay, 20% Chenin, 10% Mauzac

Soil types:

The vineyards of Limoux are located between the mediaeval walled city of Carcassonne and the foothills of the Pyrenees. The area is home to three weather patterns: Atlantic, through inflows from the ocean; mountainous, through the nearby Pyrenees and the cold currents that flow down from them; and Mediterranean. This vineyard site combines sunshine, cool temperatures and rainfall, which give the region’s wines their distinct character.

Vineyard management:

The vines are situated on hillsides and terraces, around 300 metres above sea level. The clay-limestone soils are home to vines aged between 20 and 40 years old, trained using the Guyot system. Yields are under 50 hl/ha.

Winemaking:

Traditional method. The grapes are entirely picked by hand and brought to the fermenting room in crates containing no more than 300kg. The fruit goes direct-to-press. Once the juice has been selected, the wines are made by individual batches in stainless steel, temperature-controlled tanks at low temperatures. Secondary fermentation is produced by the traditional method, in air-conditioned cellars for at least 12 months.

Tasting notes:

Brilliant, golden hue driven by fine effervescence. Fine, delicate nose combining white flowers, toast and honey notes. Powerful, balanced and persistent palate where freshness and finesse are entwined.

Food pairings:

Serve chilled at 7-8°.

As an aperitif, at receptions and weddings; serve with white meats, seafood and fish.