This new traditional method sparkling brut by Germany's Henkell & Co. is made in France, in the Loire Valley. A departure by Henkell, although they also own, in part, Spain's Frexinet Cava producer.
With cremant seeing an increas in sales thanks to Prosecco and Cava, Henkell has released this (new to Canada) AOC blend of 60% Chardonnay with Chenin Blanc, Pinot Noir and Cabernet franc, which went through a traditional bottle ferment. It offers good complexity at the price.
Expect crisp white fruit and yellow apples, lemon tart and mineral undertones. The palate is fresh and zesty with good mousse and persistent bead. Lemony-apple flavours dominate.
White Meat Chicken/Pork, French Food, Creamy Dishes, Appetizers
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Wine Diva reviewed - 2023-11-01 14:03:00.0