Welcome
Crémant de Bourgogne VS Other Crémants
We have a NEW Crémant de Bourgogne available at Pierre Hourlier Wines, so we wanted to take the time to compare this to the other Crémants we offer.
History
Crémant de Bourgogne is from Burgundy, a popular wine region in France. This appellation was officially recognised in 1975 for white and rosé sparkling wines. The Appellation rules are thought to be strict, including clauses such as hand picking grapes in whole bunches and pressing the grapes (using the same method as Champagne).
Centuries ago Red Burgundies were also often found in sparkling form, which is thought to have started the Crémant de Bourgogne trend!
Difference In Location
The other Crémants we offer are from either Bordeaux (Crémant de Bordeaux) or Alsace (Crémant d'Alsace) which are located in the north east and west of France - Whereas Burgundy or Crémant de Bourgogne is located centrally. The map below shows all the Crémant appellations.
Difference In Taste & Aromas
Crémant de Bourgogne differs in flavours to our other Crémants, because they are normally made with Chardonnay or Pinot Noir. Crémant de Bordeaux is normally made with Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc or Pinot Noir and Crémant d'Alsace with Pinot Blanc, Auxerrois, Pinot Gris or Riesling.
Crémant de Bourgogne normally holds different styles from fresh and crisp to rounder and fuller flavours, depending on location of production in Burgundy.
Did You Know?
Eminent or Grand Eminent on the bottles of Crémant de Bourgognes means that the wines have been sitting on 'lees' for either 24 or 36 months.
Domaine Matray
Domaine Matray is the producer of our new Crémant de Bourgogne! Producing a beautiful combination of freshness from Chardonnay and aromas of citrus and white fruits.
From a winemaking family spanning 5 generations, Lilian Matray, his wife Sandrine and his daughter Célia work the family estate. Mainly working in Beaujolais, this wine producer can produce Cremant de Bourgogne because Beaujolais is technically part of Burgundy!
Crémant de Bordeaux: Chateau de Bonhoste B de Bonhoste White
Dry sparkling wine from Bordeaux, elegant and refined with a silky taste, with fruity notes and nutty flavours. Wine Info Region Bordeaux Appellation Crémant de Bordeaux Style White, Dry, Sparkling Producer Chateau de Bonhoste Grapes 70% Sémillon, 30% Ugni Blanc...
£17.00
Crémant de Bordeaux: Chateau de Bonhoste B de Bonhoste Rose
Tasting Notes Dry sparkling Bordeaux, with a salmon tint. Lively, fresh and balanced with notes of currants and raspberries. Wine Info Region Bordeaux Appellation Crémant de Bordeaux Style Rosé, Dry, Sparkling Producer Chateau de Bonhoste Grapes 70% Cabernet Franc, 30% Merlot...
£17.00
Crémant de Bourgogne: Dampt Freres Brut
Tasting Notes Delicacy and lightness with notes of lemon, cherry and strawberry. Wine Info Region Burgundy Appellation Crémant de Bourgogne Style White, Crémant Producer Dampt Freres Grapes 80% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay Pairing Aperitif Keeping Drink within 2 to 3 years. Bottle...
£18.50
Crémant d'Alsace: Jean-Claude Gueth White
Notable youthful crispness, light and subtle in flavour. Wine Info Region Alsace Appellation Crémant d'Alsace Style White, Sparkling Producer Domaine Gueth Grapes 100% Chardonnay Pairing Aperitif Keeping Drink within the next 2 years. Vinification The Wine is bottled in accordance...
£18.50
Crémant de Bourgogne: Domaine Matray Brut Cuvée Cylia
Tasting Notes The perfect combination the freshness from Chardonnay with aromas of citrus and white fruits. Delicious Cremant which truly follows the traditional Bourgogne flavours. Wine Info Region Burgundy Appellation Crémant de Bourgogne Style White, Sparkling Producer Domaine Matray Grapes...
£18.00
Crémant d'Alsace: Joseph Cattin Demi-Sec Ice Cattin
Tasting Note Fine bubbles, ripe apple and pear flavours, white flowers. The palate is creamy and fruity with a long refreshing finish. Wine Info Region Alsace Appellation Crémant d'Alsace Style White, Sparkling Producer Joseph Cattin Grapes 100% Auxerrois Pairing Aperitif Keeping...
£18.00
Crémant de Loire: Domaine de Sainte-Anne White 2020
Tasting Notes Cream colour, delicate nose with notes of pear. Fine bubbles which let a lot of flavours in the mouth. Wine Info Region Loire Appellation Crémant de Loire Style White, Sparkling Producer Domaine de Sainte-Anne Grapes 80% Chardonnay, 20%...
£16.50
Crémant d'Alsace: Joseph Cattin Brut Cattin White
Tasting Notes This Cremant's sparkling character and well-balanced fruit make it the ideal partner for all memorable occassions. Wine Info Region Alsace Appellation Crémant d'Alsace Style White, Sparkling Producer Joseph Cattin Grapes Pinot Blanc, Auxerrois Pairing Aperitif Keeping Drink within the...
£17.00