Sextant Foufounette

France, Burgundy, Saint-Aubin, Vin de France
Bottle
Identity
Producer Julien Altaber
Vol 0.75
Grapes Aligoté
Color white
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Color Desc White sparkling wine with a delicate apricot infusion character
Aroma Aromas of fresh apricots, citrus, and light floral notes with a lively natural effervescence
Palate Fresh and vibrant palate with crisp acidity, subtle fruitiness from apricot infusion, and a fine mousse texture
Finish Clean and refreshing finish with lingering hints of stone fruit and a dry, extra brut character
Food Pairing seafood, goat cheese, light salads, white fish, appetizers
Aging Potential To drink from 2023 to 2027
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOW
Aroma (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
Organic Yes
Biodynamic Yes
Natural Yes
ABV % 11.5
Aging Process Direct press, fermentation finished in bottle capturing CO2, maceration with fresh apricot infusion
Fermentation Fermentation finished in bottle, native yeasts
Terroir
Soil clay-limestone
Vine Age young vines
Harvest Type manual
Interesting facts
Sextant Foufounette is a pétillant naturel made from organic Aligoté grapes with an infusion of apricots. Julien Altaber is a renowned natural wine producer from Burgundy, known for his organic and biodynamic practices.
Logistics
Cork natural cork