COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Les Grands Chais de France
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Salasar Crémant de Limoux Brut is a white sparkling wine from the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France, specifically the Crémant de Limoux appellation. Produced by Les Grands Chais de France under the Salasar brand, the wine is primarily made from Chardonnay, with smaller proportions of Chenin Blanc and Pinot Blanc/Noir. The vineyards are located on hillsides at approximately 300 meters elevation, benefiting from a microclimate influenced by both Mediterranean and Atlantic winds. Maison Salasar, founded in 1890, is now owned by Les Grands Chais de France. Limoux holds historical significance as the origin of sparkling wine production.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€16
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Limoux is credited with creating the world's first sparkling wines over 500 years ago.
Fact 02
This wine ages on lees for 12 months, exceeding the appellation's minimum requirement.
Fact 03
Vineyards are situated around 300 meters above sea level, benefiting from a cool climate.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Salasar Crémant de Limoux Brut is produced using the traditional method, which involves a secondary fermentation in the bottle to create its effervescence. The grapes are hand-picked and fermented at controlled temperatures of 16°C. Following the initial fermentation, the wine is aged for a minimum of 12 months on its lees, exceeding the Crémant de Limoux appellation's requirement of nine months. This extended lees aging contributes to the wine's development. After aging, the lees are removed before the wine is bottled.
