A grower Crémant d'Alsace from Christian Binner's biodynamic estate, blending Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Auxerrois from 40-year-old vines on loamy limestone soils, made using the classic method with 16 months on lees and disgorgement without added sugar.
Tasting Notes
Fine perlage and clear appearance. Good aromatic complexity with fresh fruit and white flower notes on the nose. Fruity and mineral on the palate with excellent acidity and freshness — the Riesling bringing precision and the Pinot Noir contributing structure and weight. Extended lees ageing gives it a polish without losing freshness. One of the finest Crémants in Alsace at any price.
Quick Facts
- Grapes: Pinot Noir, Riesling, Auxerrois
- Origin: France, Alsace (loamy limestone soils, 40-year-old vines, biodynamic)
- Style: Crémant d'Alsace, classic method, 16 months on lees, no added dosage sugar
- Winemaking: Classic method, refermentation in bottle, 16 months on lees before disgorgement, no added sugar at disgorgement
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
Food Pairing
White meats, fish, seafood, and light starters. Also exceptional as an aperitif.
Serving
Serve well chilled at 6-8°C in a wide wine glass.
About the Producer
Domaine Christian Binner is a biodynamic family estate in Colmar, Alsace, with roots going back several generations. Christian and his family have become one of the defining voices of natural wine in the region, farming their vineyards on diverse limestone, granite, and clay soils without chemicals and vinifying with zero additions. Their wines are distributed by Les Caves de Pyrene and found on the finest natural wine lists in Europe.
