Sparkling Wines Crémant de Bourgogne André Delorme - Terroirs des Fruits - 2022

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André Delorme's Crémant de Bourgogne "Cuvée Terroirs des Fruits" 2022 is a sparkling wine crafted exclusively from black grape varieties, as indicated by its "blanc de noirs" composition. Produced using the méthode traditionnelle, similar to the technique famed in Champagne, this brut effervescent wine showcases the precision and finesse indicative of the region. The 2022 vintage, relatively youthful, brings forth a lively aromatic profile centred on orchard fruit, red apple, and subtle notes of brioche, the latter a reflection of its lees ageing. The palate is vibrant, with persistent bubbles, crisp acidity, and a streak of mineral freshness, balanced by a supple, rounded mouthfeel.

Crémant de Bourgogne hails from Burgundy, one of France's most revered and historic terroirs. The region enjoys a continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers, enabling slow, steady grape ripening and the preservation of acidity essential for outstanding sparkling wines. Soils are predominantly limestone and marl, contributing to the minerality and structure that underpin the region's best wines. While Burgundy is best known for its still Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, its sparkling wines have steadily grown in reputation, owing much to the region's historical expertise and perfect climate for cultivating grapes suited to effervescent styles.

This Crémant de Bourgogne brut is versatile on the table and pairs beautifully with a wide array of dishes. Its crispness and effervescence make it a natural companion for seafood such as oysters, scallops, or smoked salmon. The subtle fruit and yeast notes complement poultry dishes, especially roast chicken with herbs, or serve as a refined apéritif with gougères, the classic cheese puffs of Burgundy. For a regional accent, consider pairing with jambon persillé or creamy Epoisses cheese, where the wine's freshness lifts the richness.

Serve well-chilled, ideally at 6-8°C, in a tulip-shaped glass to allow the bouquet to develop and the bubbles to shine. Enjoy within two to three years for maximum expression of its freshness and fruit character.