Description
The wines from Alsace date back to 589 A.D., but Cremant d’Alsace has more recent beginnings, starting in 1900.Dopff au Moulin (founded in 1574) was the first to produce Cremant d’Alsace in the Method Champenoise style.Cremant d’Alsace received AOC status for sparkling wine in 1976.Two types of Cremant are produced today, resulting in about 2.5 million+ cases of Cremant d’Alsace production annually:
Cremant d’Alsace, Brut – represents the majority of Cremant d’ Alsace production. Uses Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Auxerrois, and Chardonnay.
Cremant d’Alsace, Brut Rosé – much rarer, as it is 100% Pinot Noir only.
Wolfberger’s Cremant d’Alsace Brut has a pale golden color. Fine, persistent bubbles. Floral nose with a hint of spiciness, gentle fruitiness (peach, apricot), and lovely balance. Fruity and lively in the palate, it has a clean and crisp finish.
Cremant d’Alsace is pleasant young, but can also age in the cellar for several years. It should be served well-chilled, to fully reveal its delicate flavor, aroma and freshness.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.