Arthur Metz
Cremant d’Alsace Chardonnay Reserve de l’Abbaye Brut
| Denomination | AOC Cremant d'Alsace |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Alsace (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Aged on the lees for over 18 months. |
- Traditional Method: second fermentation in the bottle and ageing on the lees for over 18 months
- Aromatic profile: hints of white fruit and pear, with notes of brioche and toasted bread crust
- Taste: round and lively entry, dry and balanced sip, aromatic and persistent finish
- Serving: serve chilled between 5 and 8 °C, fine perlage and dynamic sensation on the palate
- Pairings: ideal as an aperitif, with fish, shellfish, cheeses and cured meats
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Crémant d’Alsace Reserve Abbaye Chardonnay Brut by Arthur Metz is a sparkling wine that fully expresses the elegance of the grape variety. Produced using the Traditional Method, this wine, with its bright golden colour, reveals a complex bouquet of white-fleshed fruit and pear, enriched by fragrant notes of brioche and bread crust. On the palate, the Chardonnay offers a rounded and lively attack, delivering a harmonious and dry sip with a long and aromatic finish.
Where it comes from
This sparkling wine originates in Alsace, specifically in the Marlenheim area. The vineyards, located at the foot of the Vosges, benefit from a geographical position that ensures the grapes have excellent aromatic definition and characteristic freshness. The Arthur Metz winery, a historic establishment founded in 1904, carefully oversees every stage of production to enhance the Alsatian terroir. Attention to detail allows for a balanced structure that faithfully reflects the landscape of origin.
How it is produced
Production strictly follows the principles of the Traditional Method, with secondary fermentation in the bottle. The wine is aged on the lees for over eighteen months, a crucial period for developing aromatic complexity and a pleasant structural roundness. This technique ensures a fine perlage and a dynamic flavour. Served at a temperature between 5 and 8°C, it is ideal as an aperitif and pairs excellently with fish and shellfish. Its aromatic persistence also makes it an excellent match for selections of cheeses and cured meats.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1904 in Marlenheim, Arthur Metz is the emblematic winery of Crémant d’Alsace. With over a century of experience and a team of expert oenologists, the company oversees the entire production cycle of this elegant Traditional Method sparkling wine, enhancing the Chardonnay grown at the foot of the Vosges. The commitment of this historic establishment, part of the Les Grands Chais de France group, is evidenced by the prestigious silver medal won at the Vinalies Nationales 2021, confirming its outstanding quality and refined Alsatian elegance.
Tasting notes
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Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1904
The winery has developed a winemaking strategy based on the quality of the winegrowers and equipment together with the utmost attention to the winemaking process but they have also always been concerned with the quality of the wines. The numerous investments in the various production sites and the highly qualified team of oenologists are living proof of this. This expertise is often rewarded by many awards in national and international competitions.
At the prestigious Concours des Vinalies Natuales 2021 Arthur Metz was awarded with:
- Gold Medal: Arthur Metz Grand Cru Wineck Schlossberg - Riesling 2019
- Silver Medal: Arthur Metz Chardonnay Brut Réserve de l'Abbaye
- Silver Medal: Arthur Metz Rosé Brut 2018
- Bronze Medal: Arthur Metz Pinot Noir Rosé 2020
- Bronze Medal: Arthur Metz Grand Cru Altenberg de Bergbieten Riesling 2019This expertise is often awarded by many distinctions in national and international competitions.
At the prestigious Concours des Vinalies Natuales 2021 Arthur Metz was awarded with:
- Gold medal: Arthur Metz Grand Cru Wineck Schlossberg - Riesling 2019
- Silver medal: Arthur Metz Chardonnay Brut Réserve de l'Abbaye
- Silver medal: Arthur Metz Rosé Brut 2018
- Bronze medal: Arthur Metz Pinot Noir Rosé 2020
- Bronze medal: Arthur Metz Grand Cru Altenberg de Bergbieten Riesling 2019 Read more
| Name | Arthur Metz Cremant d’Alsace Chardonnay Reserve de l’Abbaye Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Alsace AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Alsace |
| Vendor | Arthur Metz |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1904 in Marlenheim, Arthur Metz is the emblematic winery of Crémant d’Alsace. With over a century of experience and a team of expert oenologists, the company oversees the entire production cycle of this elegant Traditional Method sparkling wine, enhancing the Chardonnay grown at the foot of the Vosges. The commitment of this historic establishment, part of the Les Grands Chais de France group, is evidenced by the prestigious silver medal won at the Vinalies Nationales 2021, confirming its outstanding quality and refined Alsatian elegance. |
| Origin | Marlenheim, Alsace, France (at the foot of the Vosges) |
| Fermentation | Over 18 months |
| Production technique | Classic Method (bottle fermentation) |
| Wine making | Sparkling wine made using the Traditional Method (bottle fermentation), aged on the lees for over 18 months. |
| Aging | Aged on the lees for over 18 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |