COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Auxerrois, Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Dopff au Moulin
REGION
Alsace
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Dopff Brut Cuvée Julien is a sparkling white wine from Alsace, France, produced by Dopff au Moulin, one of the oldest family-owned wine estates in the region, founded in 1574. The producer is recognized for its pioneering role in establishing the Crémant d'Alsace appellation and popularizing the distinctive Alsatian 'flûte' bottle shape. The wine's designation, 'Cuvée Julien,' pays homage to Julien Dopff, who was instrumental in introducing the traditional method of sparkling wine production to Alsace. The estate, now in its 11th generation of family ownership, is known for its commitment to producing wines in a completely dry style.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Dopff au Moulin is credited with being the first to produce Crémant d'Alsace.
Fact 02
They were pioneers in using the long, slender 'flûte' bottle for Alsatian wines.
Fact 03
The wine's name honors Julien Dopff, who introduced the traditional method to Alsace.
Fact 04
The estate has been family-owned for over 400 years.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Dopff Brut Cuvée Julien is produced using the Méthode Traditionelle, involving a second fermentation in the bottle. The winemaking process begins with hand-picked grapes that are gently pressed, with only the first pressings, known as the 'Cuvée,' being used. The initial fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Following this, the wine undergoes its secondary fermentation in the bottle, which is essential for creating the effervescence and developing the wine's characteristic complexity. The wine then ages on its lees for an extended period, a minimum of 18 months for standard bottles, contributing to its texture and aromatic profile.
