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Crémant d’Alsace

Tasting it
Pairing it
Its origins

Crémant d’Alsace

Tasting it

Bud

Exquisite bubbles rise in regular columns forming a subtle bead around the flute rim.

Nose

When the bubbles rise to the surface they release aromas of white fruits (apples, pears), peaches, apricots and even citrus fruits. There are also notes of dried fruit, white flowers or brioche.

Palate

The palate reveals the fruity freshness found on the nose, simultaneously appreciating the wine weight and fine effervescence.

Popping corks, clinking flute glasses, an explosively enthusiastic wine … the Crémant d’Alsace sets the tone!

Crémant d’Alsace

Pairing it

After a busy day, there is nothing better than a relaxing aperitif with a genuinely uplifting drink».

And the fine acidity of a Crémant d’Alsace leaves the palate ready to enthusiastically start a meal!

Its refreshing acidity matches perfectly with iodine-filled delicacies (shellfish, seafood, caviar …). This wonderful binding with any sea-related dishes can also match well with raw or grilled fish meat.

But its freshness doesn’t eclipse its incredible ability to be a great match for poultry and white meats.

Bloomy-rinded cheeses (Brie, Camembert), goat or sheep cheeses such as Ossau Irraty or even soft-rinded cheeses like Brillat Savarin enjoy mellifluous relations with a Crémant d’Alsace.

Especially since its fine bubbles abate the dense texture of these cheese in a perfectly-balanced contrast.

And to finish off on a sweet note, the semi-dry Crémants d’Alsace are an impeccable and subtle match for fruit-based desserts, cakes and Bredele (little biscuits).

Crémant d’Alsace

Its origins

As of the end of the 19th century, several Alsace wine-makers produced sparkling wines using the traditional method.

This know-how developed up until the official recognition of the protected designation of origin AOC Crémant d’Alsace in 1976.

The Crémants d’Alsace were publically acclaimed and are today the most popular sparkling wines, not including Champagne, to be consumed in France.

Portrait

I have a Vienna-streak in me as I adore the high-life, social functions and lively parties.

Am I considered as a drink made for emperors and czars? I play on that without ever disavowing my undeniable Alsace temperament. My delicate swaying, fragile and hypnotising bubbles evoke dreamy atmospheres, ideal for appreciating good moments with close friends.