Sieur d'Arques Premiere Bulle

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling White
Producer:
 
Sieur d'Arques
Label Name:
 
Premiere Bulle
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Limoux, Languedoc-Roussillon
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Mauzac, Chenin, Chardonnay
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
2
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
6-8°C

Awards/Ratings
Vivino average ~3. 7/5; Vino. com score 90/100

Tasting Note
Pale gold with fine, persistent mousse. Aromas of apricot, peach, citrus and shortcrust pastry. Fresh, lively palate with tangy citrus and stone fruit, creamy mousse and a brisk, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Oysters, shellfish, shrimp, sushi and sashimi, tempura, Vietnamese spring rolls; roast or grilled chicken, grilled white fish, goat cheese, light salads, aperitifs and canapés.

Production Method
Méthode traditionnelle (second fermentation in bottle). Predominantly Mauzac with Chenin/Chardonnay; hand-harvested, gentle whole-bunch pressing and 15–18 months on lees; brut dosage.

Vineyard Info
Sieur d'Arques is a Limoux cooperative founded in 1946, the region's leading producer of Blanquette/Crémant with long ties to Limoux's sparkling-wine history dating back to 1531.