Crémant de Limoux 1531 brut, Sieur d’Arques Limoux
64,00 ₾
Datasheet
| Country |
France |
|---|---|
| Region |
Languedoc |
| Origin | |
| Winery |
Sieur d'Arques |
| Volume |
0,75 |
| Alcohol |
12% |
| Sugar |
Brut |
| Grape |
55% Chardonnay, 30% Chenin Blanc,15% Pinot Noir |
Description
A super Crémant, named after the year it was discovered! Finest notes and aromas of green apple and honey, a little pear; floral notes and white flowers. Clear in the mouth, freshness and finesse, full-bodied, dense juice with plenty of character, fine perlage, pleasant acidity, long. This Crémant de Limoux is one of the best sparkling wines in France. 12 months of yeast storage. Falstaff Sparkling Trophy 2018: 2nd place, 90+ points MUNDUSvini 2016: Silver medal Concours Général Agricole Paris 2016: Gold medal Weinwelt 1/2015: 88 points, 2 stars.
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