Kumeu River Cremant NV

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling White
Producer:
 
Kumeu River
Label Name:
 
Cremant NV
Country:
 
New Zealand
Region:
 
Auckland (Kumeu)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay 60%, Pinot Noir 40%
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
6-8°C

Awards/Ratings
Critically well-received: c. 94 points (Bob Campbell MW / The Real Review); high scores from reviewers and retailers; sister Blanc de Blancs received 93 points (James Suckling)

Tasting Note
Delicate, fine mousse with brioche and fresh-bread aromas, white peach, citrus and subtle honey. Creamy texture, lively acidity and a dry, lingering finish with hints of red berry from Pinot Noir.

Food Pairing
Oysters, smoked salmon, Langres or goat cheese, blinis; tempura, sushi/sashimi, dim-sum, light Thai salads, and fried chicken or Asian-style seafood dishes.

Production Method
Méthode traditionnelle: hand-harvested, whole-bunch pressed, bottle-fermented with extended lees ageing (~30–36 months), disgorged and lightly dosed (low dosage).

Vineyard Info
Family-owned Kumeu River, established by the Brajkovich family in 1944; acclaimed for Chardonnay and quality estate-grown fruit from around 30 ha in Kumeu, Auckland.