2018 Bodet-Herold Physis Cremant de Loire Extra Brut
$35.99
- Location: Montreuil-Bellay, Loire
- Size: Started as micro-négoce with a first bottling of crémant Physis 2017. In 2015, Etienne was gifted 1.4 ha (3.46 ac) of Cabernet Franc in "Clos Durandière" as a wedding present. Additional parcels will be added in the near future.
- Varieties: Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Grolleau
- Viticulture: Biodynamic (not certified)
- Vinification (Crémant): Whole cluster pressing at low pressure, separation of first press and end-of-press must, ambient yeast fermentation, blocked malolactic fermentation, briefly aged in stainless steel tank, bottled in spring, further aging on lattes for 30 months, low dosage.
Specs
- Country France
- Region Loire Valley
- Style Sparkling Wine, Champagne Method
- Producer Bodet-Herold
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Chenin Blanc
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Fresh Seafood, White Sauce, Fried Food, Aperitif
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Champagne Method, Dressed to Impress