What wine is Crémant d’Alsace Brut AOC 'Célébration' 2023 - Domaine Amélie & Charles Sparr

The Crémant d’Alsace Brut AOC 'Célébration' 2023 - Domaine Amélie & Charles Sparr is a traditional method sparkling wine, made in the heart of Alsace, one of France's most renowned wine regions for producing elegant and aromatic wines. It is made from 100% Pinot Blanc grapes, sourced from carefully selected vineyards in the region's most prestigious villages. It is a brut sparkling wine, meaning it is dry and fresh on the palate, perfect for accompanying festive occasions or informal toasts. Its style is that of a modern Crémant d'Alsace: fragrant, delicate, and irresistibly pleasant.

Vintage details

The 2023 vintage in Alsace was characterized by a balanced climate, with sunny days and cool nights that allowed the grapes to ripen slowly. This fostered an excellent balance between acidity and sugars, resulting in a bright, fragrant, and harmonious wine. The harvest was carried out manually in early autumn, to preserve the natural integrity of the berries.

Winemaking and aging

Crémant d’Alsace 'Célébration' is produced using the traditional method (the same as Champagne), which involves a second fermentation in the bottle. After the first fermentation in stainless steel tanks, the base wine is bottled and enriched with yeasts to develop the prise de mousse. This is followed by aging on the lees for approximately 12 months, a period that gives the wine finesse and complexity, without weighing down its natural freshness.

Tasting notes

Crémant d’Alsace Brut AOC 'Célébration' 2023 - Domaine Amélie & Charles Sparr is a sparkling wine with a refined profile, where the elegance of Pinot Blanc is expressed through a lively and persistent mousse.

Color

The color is a brilliant straw yellow with subtle golden reflections. The numerous and continuous bubbles create a fine and attractive crown in the glass.

Nose

The aroma is fresh and fragrant, with notes of green apple, pear, and citrus intertwined with more delicate hints of white flowers and yeasts, resulting from the long aging in the bottle.

Palate

On the palate, it stands out for its lively freshness and balanced acidity. It is a clean and smooth sip, with a savory and slightly creamy finish that recalls fresh fruit and bread crust. Its fine effervescence provides a pleasant sensation of lightness and invites another glass.

Food pairings for Crémant d’Alsace Brut AOC 'Célébration' 2023 - Domaine Amélie & Charles Sparr

Perfect as an aperitif, this Crémant naturally pairs with a multitude of dishes thanks to its freshness and versatility. Ideal with:

• Light fish or shellfish appetizers
• Finger food and gourmet canapés
• Soft and delicate cheeses
• Vegetarian dishes and summer salads

A particularly interesting pairing is with sushi and Asian dishes, where the freshness of the wine perfectly balances the savoriness and spicy notes.

Storage and aging – how to store Crémant d’Alsace Brut AOC 'Célébration' 2023 - Domaine Amélie & Charles Sparr

To maintain its vibrancy, Crémant d’Alsace 'Célébration' should be stored in a cool, dark place, at a constant temperature between 8 and 12°C. It is a sparkling wine intended to be enjoyed young, when its freshness and fruity notes are at their peak expression. It is recommended to consume it within 2-3 years from the vintage. Once opened, the bottle should be resealed with a sparkling wine stopper and consumed within 24 hours to best appreciate its fine effervescence.