2018 Domaine Dominique Gruhier Crémant de Bourgogne
$27.00
- Pinot Noir (about 60%), Chardonnay (about 40%)
- Terroir: From 7 parcels. Planted facing northwest, southwest, and southeast. Kimmeridgian clay-limestone soil embedded with oyster fossils.
- Viticulture: Organic (certified, 2015). 9,500 vines per hectare, tilled 3-4 times per year, herbal tea and manure treatments.
- Vinification: Pressed pneumatically, press fractions separated for vinification. Ambient yeast fermentation in stainless steel vats and 400 and 600L demi-muids. Aged for 8-9 months in stainless steel tanks, 12-36 month prise de mousse. 2-6 g/L dosage.
Specs
- Region Burgundy
- Style Sparkling Wine, Champagne Method
- Producer Dominique Gruhier
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Aperitif, Crunchy Greens, Fresh Seafood, Root Veggies, Fried Food
- Characteristics Bright and Fresh, Flexes w/ Food