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AOP Crémant de Limoux
Ballerine Brut Etoilé AOP Crémant de Limoux 2013 – with case rosé wine
Elegant – Finesse – Creamy
A crémant of great delicacy, with refined bubbles and fruity, brioche notes
AOP Crémant de Limoux
Chardonnay
75cl Bottle
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Wine description
- An exceptional 2013 vintage
- A rosé brut from the blending of the finest Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from high-altitude terroirs, revealing freshness and tension
- A 36-month ageing on lees worthy of the finest bruts, yielding a vibrant and creamy finish
- Aromas of great complexity: subtle notes of red fruits, white flowers, accompanied by brioche and finely buttered flavours.
- The Ballerine cuvée pays homage to the exacting standards and perfection sought by prima ballerinas.
Food & Wine pairings suggested by our chef
Best enjoyed between 15 and 16°C with roasted
or grilled meats, chicken tajine or aged cheeses.
Winemaking and ageing
Ballerine comes from the Limoux region, an exceptional terroir for the crafting of sparkling wines, which first came to life at Saint-Hilaire Abbey in 1531. This terroir is located at high altitude, near the Pyrenean mountain range, giving this brut rosé its ethereal character. The vinification and blending of Ballerine, made primarily from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, highlight the freshness and tension of this wine, evoking the lightness of a ballerina.
Tasting note
The colour of the delicate pale robe pays tribute to that
of the sunsets one can admire from the rooftops
of the Opéra Garnier in Paris. Radiant, it is adorned with
golden highlights. The delicate bubbles lend this crémant
a persistent mousse. The nose, powerful and straight, reveals
subtle and indulgent aromas; one perceives notes of red
fruits and white flowers. The attack on the palate is precise
and elegant, the aromas are of great complexity. Brioche
notes mingle with fruity notes of strawberry and
raspberry. The finish lingers on soft and
creamy notes.
Storage
Store away from sunlight and at a constant temperature
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Ballerine Brut Etoilé AOP Crémant de Limoux 2013 – with case rosé wine
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Your questions about our wines
Each product page provides a food and wine pairing suggestion suited to the cuvée. Our online tasting assistant can also advise you based on your menu.
The ageing potential depends on the cuvée and vintage — it is specified in this wine's technical sheet. In general, our wines for ageing and fine wines can be kept for more than 10 years, or even over 100 years for our fortified sweet wines, whilst our lighter cuvées, intended to be enjoyed young, are best appreciated within 2 to 3 years of purchase.
The alcohol content (% vol.) varies by cuvée and vintage; it is listed in the product’s technical data sheet, below the description.
The majority of our red, white and rosé wines are dry. Our natural sweet wines (Rivesaltes, Maury...) and certain crémants are sweet or semi-dry. The style (dry/sweet) of this cuvée is specified in its description.
The grape varieties, appellation and terroir of origin are indicated in this product’s technical data sheet.
Like almost all wines, our cuvées contain sulphites (naturally present during fermentation, sometimes added in small quantities as a preservative). Details (“no added sulphites”, level, etc.) are specified on this product’s technical data sheet and on the back label.
Many Gérard Bertrand cuvées are vegan certified (100% plant-based fining agents, no products of animal origin). This wine’s vegan status is indicated in its certifications on the product page.
A large proportion of our production is certified Organic Agriculture and/or Biodynamic (Demeter). The certifications applicable to this cuvée are listed on its product page under “Certifications”.
As a general rule: 8-10°C for rosés and light whites, 10-12°C for more complex whites, 16-18°C for reds. The most suitable serving temperature for this cuvée is also indicated on its technical sheet.
This depends on the wine and its age, as specified on the technical data sheet where relevant. As a general rule, our powerful age-worthy wines benefit from being decanted 30 minutes to 1 hour before tasting; lighter wines, whites and rosés can be served directly.
Yes, several cuvées are available in gift boxes, individually or as an assortment. See the “Gift Boxes” section of the shop or the product page to view the available options.
Depending on the cuvée: 37.5 cl (half-bottle), 75 cl (standard size), 150 cl (Magnum), and sometimes larger sizes. The size(s) available for this product are indicated on its product page.
We do not produce dealcoholised wine. However, our range offers wines with lower alcohol content: So'Vive (naturally low-alcohol organic white wine), Le Chouchou (light red wine) and Cote des Roses Red Léger. The precise alcohol content of each cuvée is indicated on its product sheet.
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