Méthode Traditionnelle Chardonnay Pinot Noir Brut

The only sparkling in the Les Jamelles range, the Methode Traditionnelle is produced as a Crémant, with the same two noble Burgundian varietals: Pinot Noir give complexity, roundness and notes of reds fruits and Chardonnay give freshness and florals notes (white flowers).

Grape variety

A blend of Pinot Noir (20%) and Chardonnay (80%)

Terroir(s)

The Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes come from the Limoux region, in the Upper Aude Valley. These late-ripening vineyards allow the grapes to reach aromatic maturity while maintaining moderate alcohol levels and obtain nice freshness.

Vinification

The Chardonnay grapes are harvested mechanically during the night to keeps the grapes at the lowest possible temperature in order to avoid the onset of fermentation. Only the free-run wine is used. The Pinot Noir grapes are handpicked to keep the fruit intact and avoid any colouring of the must. The whole bunches are gently pressed and the process is stopped before maceration can occur which could result in tinting of the juice and extraction of herbaceous notes.

Tasting

The bubbles are fine and long-lasting, rising like a delicate strand of pearls to form a narrow ribbon of mousse along the sides of the glass.

Food & Wine

This sparkling may be enjoyed well-chilled (4°-8°C) as an aperitif with hors d’oeuvre and canapés.