La Baume Crémant de Limoux Brut (75cl, 12%)

A classic-method French sparkling wine from the Limoux appellation, produced by Domaine de la Baume in Languedoc-Roussillon. It is made from a blend of 60% Chardonnay, 30% Chenin Blanc and 10% Pinot Noir, and rests on its lees for 12 months before disgorgement. The wine is bottled at 12% ABV in a 750ml format. Limoux sits in a cooler, elevated corridor along the upper Aude valley, giving the grapes greater acidity retention than much of the surrounding Languedoc plain. The nose opens with bright lemon zest and ripe pear, followed by sweet almond and dried biscuit, with a gentle floral lift. The palate brings citrus and green apple with crisp acidity, broadening into pear and subtle watermelon, with almond and biscuity weight. The finish is medium in length, with lingering lemon pith and toasted almond.