Ackerman Cuvee Royal Cremant de Loire Brut 2019

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling White
Producer:
 
Ackerman
Label Name:
 
Cuvee Royal Cremant de Loire Brut
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Loire Valley (Crémant de Loire / Saumur)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
2
Body:
 
2
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
6-8°C

Awards/Ratings
Falstaff: 90 pts (2021 tasting) / 89 pts (2020 tasting); Gold - Concours National des Crémants 2023; Silver - Concours des Vins du Val de Loire 2023

Tasting Note
Fresh citrus and green apple with white flowers, light brioche and almond notes; very fine persistent mousse, bright acidity and a clean, slightly mineral finish.

Food Pairing
Western: oysters, shellfish, smoked salmon, sushi, sashimi, goat cheese, roast chicken. Asian: tempura, steamed dim sum, sushi/sashimi, Vietnamese seafood salads, light Thai or Chinese seafood dishes.

Production Method
Méthode traditionnelle (bottle fermentation), élevage sur lies 18–36 months, disgorged and dosed as a Brut (approx. 8–10 g/L).

Vineyard Info
Maison Ackerman, founded 1811 in Saumur, produces Loire sparkling wines from ~105 ha, uses troglodytic cellars and follows sustainable practices (HVE-certified parcels).