“Delicious, with a brioche-like character, enhanced by a hint of lemon zest, this is undeniably one of the finest sparkling wines from the Limoux region. Very lively, with a crisp balance typical of brut nature, the palate is carried by a fine effervescence. ” (The Guide to the Best Wines of France 2017 - RVF) Aged on racks for 24 months, with no dosage, this Crémant de Limoux boasts a pale golden color and offers notes of white flowers and verbena on the nose. Its refined, fine bubbles are beautifully persistent, resulting in a smooth, flavorful wine of great purity… Enjoy as an aperitif or with delicate dishes (oysters, scallops)…
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Eye
beautiful light gold dress
Nose
with notes of white flowers and verbena
Palate
Refined, delicate bubbles with a lovely finish. Smooth, flavorful, and beautifully pure
Serve
at 8-10°C
Open
and serve!
Drink from
2017
Drink before
2019
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy as an aperitif with truffle butter, ginger-poppy seed oysters, scallops...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2017 guide) 1*Star (A high-quality, recommendable wine that lives up to what one would expect from its appellation(s))
About the estate:
Gilles Azam’s vineyards are located in Roquetaillade, in the Haute-Vallée region, at an elevation of over 400 meters.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2017 guide) 15,5/20 (Good wine)
Rated estate (2017 guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the wine:
Delicious, with a brioche-like texture and enhanced by a hint of lemon zest, this is undeniably one of the most delightful sparkling wines from the Limoux region. Very lively and well-balanced as a brut nature, it offers a fine effervescence on the palate.
About the estate:
We are pleased to welcome Gilles Azam’s estate to our Guide. Located in the upper Aude Valley, in the town of Roquetaillade, it may well become the future communal cru of the Limoux region. For several years now, this production, centered around a few well-defined cuvées, has established itself as a valuable benchmark for the entire appellation. The result of careful viticulture, mindful of the value of the terroir and its historical roots, these wines possess a distinct character and consistently intense, fresh flavors that will blossom when exposed to air and paired with flavorful foods.
Customer rating
2.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. JEAN NOEL L. Published on August 8, 2017
The bubbles are fine but a bit overpowering. The color is bright, the aroma floral, and the flavor somewhat subdued. Best to try it again in a year or so, once it has mellowed.
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Review by Mr. RENE B. Posted on May 13, 2018
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