Ratings
IWSC 87 · IWC 88 · Falstaff 91
Identity
| Producer | Simonnet Febvre |
| Year | NV |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Brut |
Tasting
| Color Desc | pale straw-yellow with fine, persistent bubbles forming a delicate mousse |
| Aroma | Fresh and powerful bouquet with aromas of ripe yellow fruits, citrus, lemon peel, apricot, pear, apple, nuts, honey, vanilla, rosemary, thyme, biscuity aroma with peach, melon, and orange peel |
| Palate | Fresh, complex, well balanced with a creamy texture, mild flavor, soft texture and gentle flow, weighty and creamy palate with fine gentle mousse, persistent chalky finish, flavors of tart apple, fresh garden herbs, delicate fragrant spices, honeyed lemon, spiced pear, orange cream, toasted brioche, and grilled almond |
| Finish | Long and rich finish with persistent chalky and biscuity notes |
| Food Pairing | appetizers, seafood, risottos, stews, cheeses, vegetarian dishes, spicy dishes |
| Serving Temp | 6-8 |
| Aging Potential | 2 to 3 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 7.00 |
| Aging Process | 24 months on lees in stainless steel tanks |
| Fermentation | Traditional method with 2nd fermentation in bottle |
Terroir
| Soil | Jurassic marl and limestone |
| Vine Age | 20 |
Interesting facts
| Only Crémant producer in the Chablis region, traditional method sparkling wine since 1840, owned by Maison Louis Latour |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |