Wines Crémant de Limoux Divin'Aude

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Divin'Aude Crémant de Limoux is a sparkling white wine from the renowned Limoux area in the Languedoc region of southern France. As a non-vintage brut, it is crafted using the traditional méthode traditionnelle, where the secondary fermentation takes place in the bottle, much like Champagne. The typical blend for Crémant de Limoux often consists of Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Mauzac, and occasionally a touch of Pinot Noir. This produces a wine with fine, persistent bubbles, lively freshness, delicate notes of green apple, white flowers, citrus zest, and a subtle hint of toasted brioche.

The Limoux region boasts a fascinating history, with sparkling wine production dating back to the 16th century, well before Champagne gained its fame. The climate here is influenced by the Pyrenees and the nearby Atlantic, which temper the hot Mediterranean summers, allowing for a longer, cooler ripening season that preserves acidity and aromatic complexity. The region’s soils are a mosaic of clay, limestone, and sandstone, particularly suitable for producing elegant and crisp sparkling wines. Limoux’s historic cellars, many carved into the hillsides, provide ideal naturally cool conditions for ageing these wines.

This Crémant de Limoux is a versatile wine for food pairing. Its brisk acidity and fine mousse make it an excellent companion to seafood, such as oysters, scallops, and prawn cocktails. It’s also well suited to goat’s cheese, asparagus tarts, and lighter poultry dishes. For an authentic regional experience, consider pairing it with Blanquette de Limoux—a creamy chicken stew—or a simple plate of local Lucques olives and fresh chèvre.

For optimal enjoyment, serve Divin'Aude Crémant de Limoux well-chilled, ideally between 6-8°C. Use tulip-shaped sparkling wine glasses to concentrate the aromas and finesse the bubbles. Open just before serving to preserve its effervescence, and enjoy its lively character as an apéritif or throughout a festive meal.