The Maison Picamelot is among Burgundy’s finest crémant houses. The Wine Advocate’s resident Champagne expert William Kelley writes that “Picamelot produces some of the best sparkling wines in Burgundy,” and calls their wines “elegant,” “excellent,” and “superb.”
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Delicious, Everyday Sparkling Burgundy. $22
“Crémant should never try to be Champagne.” That’s how winemaker Philippe Chautard answered when one of our guests asked him to compare the two. “Crémant is from Burgundy, and should act like it.”
Delicious Sparkling Burgundy under $30
Most Americans limit their sparkling wine consumption to holidays and celebrations. But doing so means missing out on a world of good wine, particularly for food pairing. And, if you know where to look, increasing your diet of bubbles doesn’t even require Champagne-level investment.
Back in Stock: Everyday Bubbles from Burgundy
Most Americans limit their sparkling wine consumption to holidays and celebrations. But restricting yourself to Christmas and weddings means you’re missing out on a world of good wine. To increase your bubbles diet, we have two suggestions: three Crémants de Bourgogne under $30, and one of our new Ansonia sparkling stoppers (included with any 12+ bottle order of crémant or…
Crisp, Refreshing New Sparkling Rosé. $22
Picamelot is among Burgundy’s finest crémant houses. The Wine Advocate’s resident Champagne expert William Kelley writes that “Picamelot produces some of the best sparkling wines in Burgundy,” and calls their wines “elegant,” “excellent,” and “superb.”
Everyday Bubbles: Superb Crémant de Bourgogne. $22
Picamelot is among Burgundy’s finest crémant houses. The Wine Advocate’s resident Champagne expert William Kelley writes that “Picamelot produces some of the best sparkling wines in Burgundy,” and calls their wines “elegant,” “excellent,” and “superb.”
Almost Champagne: Exquisite Vintage Sparkling Burgundy. $32
Two main distinctions separate Champagne and other French sparkling wine. First, terroir: Champagne’s unique chalky soils contribute to the singular flavors of its wines. Second, time spent on the lees: Champenois age their wines on lees for longer than -- on average 2-3 years for non vintage, and 3+ for vintage.
Sophisticated, Refined New Sparkling Blanc de Blancs under $30.
For centuries Champagne has been a symbol of refinement and class. It’s sophistication in a glass, the pick of high rollers from Gatsby to Churchill. And for the most serious aficionados, Blanc de Blancs is the best of the best. Made from only white grapes, it’s Champagne at its most elegant.
Delightful Sparkling Burgundy: “Superb” $22 Bubbles
“Crémant should never try to be Champagne.” That’s how winemaker Philippe Chautard answered when one of our guests asked him to compare the two. “Crémant is from Burgundy, and should act like it.”
Bargain Bubbles: Sparkling Burgundy under $25
Credit for the discovery of sparkling wine is a matter of dispute. The monks of Limoux in the South of France claim 1531 as the date of genesis; the Champenois, with their stories of widows and Benedictine monks, have certainly won the publicity war; and even the Brits, who invented glass thick enough to contain the pressure, stake a claim.
Sophisticated, Refined New Blanc de Blancs. $29
For centuries Champagne has been a symbol of refinement and class. It’s sophistication in a glass, the pick of high rollers from Gatsby to Churchill. And for the most serious aficionados, Blanc de Blancs is the best of the best. Made from only white grapes, its Champagne at its most elegant.
Sparkling Blanc de Noir from Burgundy. $28
Most wines made from Pinot Noir are red, whether light and elegant or rich and fruity. But in fact the juice of Pinot Noir grapes is clear. The color of Pinot Noir rouge comes from soaking the grape skins in the juice -- press the juice off the skins and ferment it without them, and you get a wine that’s…
Almost Champagne: Michelin Star-worthy Burgundy Bubbles.
Two main distinctions separate Champagne and other French sparkling wine. First, terroir: Champagne’s unique chalky soils contribute to the singular flavors of its wines. Second, time spent on the lees: Champenois must age their wines for at least 15 months on the lees, adding complexity and depth.