Baumard Cremant de Loire Brut Carte Turquoise – NV (750ml)

Winemaker’s Notes:

First produced in 1957, Baumards Crmant Carte Turquoise is a beautiful, hand-crafted example of this appellation, which now covers both the Anjou and Touraine AOCs. The grapes are sourced from the estate as well as from a few selected growers, with the average vineyard age of 35 years. Baumard produces this Crmant using the classic mthode Champenoise, with a minimum of 24 months en tirage, resulting in a wine with an exceptionally fine mousse, and complex aromas and flavors of apples, pears, almonds and honey. The palate is fresh and appetizing, reflecting the low dosage of 5-6 grams essentially an Extra Brut.

The NV Carte Tourquoise is extraordinarily consistent, with markedly fresh aromas of pears and almonds, and a rich, complex palate enlivened by a refined mousse. A beautiful and original interpretation of the category.

Chenin Blanc (generally about 60%), Cabernet Franc (25%), Chardonnay (15%)