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NV Lucien Albrecht Champagne & Sparkling Wine "Cremant d'Alsace Brut" (12/15)

Winery: Lucien Albrecht

Vintage: NV

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Cremant d'Alsace Brut" (12/15)

Wine Category: Champagne & Sparkling Wine

Grape blend: 50% Pinot Blanc, 25% Pinot Gris & 25% Riesling

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Alsace

State or country: France

Price: $17

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 88.5 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: December 26, 2015

Wine Review: Cremant d'Alsace is a style of sparkling wine that still hasn't made it to the mainstream, but that won't last long. Lucien Albrecht is a great example of why. With an elegance that is only matched by sparklers from Burgundy or Champagne, this wine opens up with a bouquet of wildflowers and fresh Meyer lemon. The palate offers that very vibrant and satisfying taste found in a glass of fresh lemonade, but without the sweetness. Add a healthy dose of brioche, Gala apple, and Washington State white cherries and what you have is a very good alternative to the more expensive Champagne. - Nicolay

Winemaker Notes: Distinguished by a fine and elegant bead, a beautiful straw color; a light, delicate palate. Delicious at any time of the day and with many foods.

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