Crémant de Limoux ‘Cuvée Sélection’ Brut, Domaine Collin

Great value Crémant produced with Champagne varieties

Philippe Collin is the son of a Champenois vigneron and he moved to Limoux in 1980, planting his vineyard from scratch around the village of Tourreilles. Philippe has long been a fervent believer that Limoux provides an ideal climate for the Champagne grapes, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Historically, Philippe has been frustrated by the appellation rules which stated that the local grape, Mauzac, must dominate Limoux sparkling AOC wines. In 1990, the appellation of Crémant de Limoux was created to include higher proportions of Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc and, in 2003, Pinot Noir was finally sanctioned as a permitted grape variety.

Made from a ‘Champagne’ blend of 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay and bottle-fermented in the méthode traditionelle, it is a versatile crowd-pleasing fizz that belies its modest price tag. With a light, frothy mousse, attractive biscuity nose and crisp, dry palate, this Crémant is a terrific choice for all occasions.

Colour – White, Sparkling
Producer – Domaine Collin
Country – France
Region – Languedoc
Vegan – No
ABV – 12.5%
Grapes – Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Vintage – NV
Sustainability – Non-Organic
Female Winemaker – No
Food Pairings – Olives