Sparkling Wine

Question 1

Thierry Richoux

Answer 1

Type: Sparkling
Variety: Pinot Noir
Producer: Thierry Richoux
Location: Irancy, Burgundy, FR
Appellation: Cremant de Bourgogne
Vintage: NV
Price: $19/$95
Glassware: AP White

Made in a tiny village called Irancy, about 20 minutes from the center of Chablis. One of the furthest north places in France that makes wines from Pinot Noir. Made from 100% Black Grapes Pinot Noir. Methode Traditionnelle. Stone fruits, sweet lime, red berry aromas. Strong acidity balanced by powerful falvors and a medium body.

Question 2

Grognet

Answer 2

Type: Sparkling
Variety: Chardonnay
Producer: Grognet
Location: Champagne, FR
Appellation: Champagne AOP
Bottling: Blanc de Blancs
Vintage: NV
Price: $28/$140
Glassware: AP White

Small grower-producer in the Cote de Blancs region of Champagne. Small village called “Etoges”. 5th generation female winemaker. Region is in the south of Champagen and known for producing the highest quality Chardonnay. Method Traditionelle. Creamy yellow apple, lemon curd, brioche, oyster shell, chalk.