NV Willm Crémant d'Alsace Blanc de Blanc, France, Alsace, Wine Review

Most times when one reads Blanc de Blancs it is assumed Chardonnay. In this case, however, the blend is 10% Gewurztraminer, 30% Pinot Blanc, 30% Pinot Gris, and 30% Riesling. The wine is light golden in color and has a nice mousse of smaller bubbles. The nose has pears with some lemon/citrus. Nice minerality. Medium bodied with good acidity and good balance. On the palate, this has some citrus along with minerality. Good finish. Very food friendly, it went well with an Asparagus, Goat Cheese and Chive Tart (no easy match). Drink now.

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$12.00USD

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