Beaumont Crayeres Cuvee 3eme Art Brut NV (limited Edition)

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling White
Producer:
 
Beaumont Crayeres
Label Name:
 
Cuvee 3eme Art Brut NV (limited Edition)
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne (Mardeuil / Épernay)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
45% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir, 25% Pinot Meunier
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Wine Enthusiast — 90 points (Roger Voss, issue date 12/1/2023)

Tasting Note
Bright pale yellow with very fine bubbles. Aromas of peach, apricot, ripe apple, honeyed biscuit and a spice note. Fresh palate of citrus, pear and mirabelle with crisp acidity and a long, persistent finish.

Food Pairing
Oysters, smoked salmon, grilled lobster, filet mignon with honey-ginger; sushi and sashimi, tempura, Asian-style prawns, dim sum, light creamy cheeses, cod tartelet with turmeric and date vinaigrette.

Production Method
Méthode traditionnelle (secondary fermentation in bottle); made from cuvée (first press) and reserve wines; aged minimum 3 years on lees; dosage ~10 g/L.

Vineyard Info
Beaumont des Crayères, founded 1955 in Mardeuil (Épernay), is a growers’ cooperative (~75 ha) known for sustainable viticulture and export-focused Champagne production.