Allimant Laugner Cremant d'Alsace Rose
Allimant Laugner Cremant d'Alsace Rose
- NV
- 750ml
- Sparkling
- 12%
- Cremant
- Pinot Noir
- Allimant-Laugner
- Alsace
- France
- Vintage: NV
- Size: 750ml
- Type: Sparkling
- Alcohol: 12%
- Varietal: Cremant
- Grapes: Pinot Noir
- Winery: Allimant-Laugner
- Region: Alsace
- Country: France
Domaine Allimant-Laugner was born out of the marriage of Mariette Allimant and René Laugner in 1965 which joined together two of Alsace’s top winemaking families. The estate boasts 12 hectares of prime vineyards and is currently run by three generations of the Allimant-Laugner family who have been making wine for at least 11 generations.
The family’s Cremant d’Alsace Rosé is a style which is growing in popularity and it’s made using the traditional method which is the same winemaking approach used for Champagne. The Pinot Noir grapes are gently pressed after a short maceration to create the gorgeous pale pink colour and the must is then fermented twice. The second fermentation takes place inside the bottle and the wine is aged on the lees to add extra complexity and body.
As soon as you pour yourself a glass you’ll notice the delicate stream of tiny bubbles and inviting aromas of fresh strawberries, cherries and white flowers. The first sip reveals a bright acidity, smooth mousse from the bubbles, and enticing red berry flavours with a very clean and pure finish. The vibrant character of this Cremant makes it ideal as an aperitif or served alongside spicy Asian cuisine or fresh seafood.
Allimant Laugner Cremant d'Alsace Rose











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