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 |