Whom You Know: CHAMPAGNE WISHES VALENTINE'S DAY EXCLUSIVE: Lucien Albrecht Cremant D'Alsace Brut de Blanc Recommended by Whom You Know

Thursday, February 3, 2011

CHAMPAGNE WISHES VALENTINE'S DAY EXCLUSIVE: Lucien Albrecht Cremant D'Alsace Brut de Blanc Recommended by Whom You Know

Whom You Know is pleased to kick off a Valentine's Day Exclusive Series with our inaugural coverage of Pasternak Wines! Say Cheers with Peachy Deegan and the Champagne Wishes panel.

THE VINEYARD
Domaine Lucien Albrecht is one of the oldest and leading Alsace family owned estate, tracing its roots back to 1425. Through the Albrecht eighteen generations, they have become one of the largest owner of prime Alsace hillside vineyards. In the early 70's, Lucien Albrecht, the father of Jean, the current proprietor and winemaker, was one of the three founding fathers of the regulated Crémant d'Alsace. In 2004, Lucien Albrecht Crémants made history. At the 14° Concours National des Crémants de France (Crémant Wine Challenge), they stole the show, winning an unprecedented Four Gold Medals.

HARVEST & AGEING
The harvest is hand picked and 100% of the production of this exceptional Blanc de Blanc is produced in house by “méthode traditionnelle” which is the true Champagne method. The full grapes are pressed in a bladder press.

WINEMAKER’S NOTES
This Blanc de Blancs is made from 80% Pinot Auxerrois, 10% Pinot Blanc and 10% Chardonnay. The Blanc de Blancs is distinguished by a fine and elegant bead, a beautiful straw color; a light, delicate palate. It is delicious at any time of the day and with many foods.

Grape Varieties: 80% Pinot Auxerrois, 10% Pinot Blanc and 10% Chardonnay
Finished Alcohol: 12%
Blanc de Blancs Cremant d’Alsace Brut
Pasternak

The Champagne Wishes panel raised their flutes to comment:

An ice-cold bottle of Cremant D'Alsace Lucien Albrecht Brut de Blanc is a perfect way to kick off you Valentine's Day. Bubbly and refreshing, this wine is sure to add a touch of excitement to your special evening. We found this Brut to be sweeter than most in its class. So for those of you who shy away from a drier sparkling wine, this one might just be for you. Especially fruity, this wine would pair well with dessert. Chocolate or berries especially bring out the full bouquet of this lovely wine. The presentation of this Brut de Blanc is gorgeous, as well. It would make quite the romantic gift this Valentine's Day. But, it would be a shame to keep this handsome bottle under wraps for long. Consider presenting your sweetheart with a bottle of Cremant D'Alsace Lucien Albrecht Brut de Blanc this holiday. Surrounded by ice in a sterling champagne chiller, this wine will be ready to enjoy immediately. Of course, there's no need to save it just for Valentine's Day. After a long day, this Brut de Blanc was a great way to celebrate just making it through another 10 hours at work. We enjoyed a bottle on a regular Wednesday night, and made it feel like a weekend. And, with no hang-over the next morning, we were able to get up today and start all over again!

When it comes to wine, I know what I like and I tend to stick with those. I hardly ever go outside my comfort zone. When I have picked out of my comfort zone before, I've picked wines I've not been fans of. But I know that Peachy Deegan has excellent taste. When I tried the Cremant D'Alsace Lucien Albrecht Brut de Blanc, I immediately loved it. I've only ever had one white sparkling wine before many years ago and remembered liking it, so I knew this had to be good as well. This one was even better. I liked that it still had a sweet taste to it, but the sweetness wasn't overpowering. Because the weather is so cold out, by the time I got home, this wine was already cold. I enjoyed it chilled. I have several friends that love sparkling white wine and I immediately started texting and messaging them to tell them about Cremant D'Alsace Lucien Albrecht Brut de Blanc. For those friends that enjoy sparkling white wines, this is one that I plan on taking with me when we plan a get together. This is one wine that I know I'll have to keep stocked in my wine cabinet for a rainy day. I am so glad I went out of my comfort zone to try this wine. If I hadn't, I would've missed out on a great wine. I highly recommend it!

Sparkle, Bubbly, Sparkle! The Cremant D’Alsace Lucien Albrecht Brut de Blanc has achieved glory this year. It won four gold medals at the National INAO tasting of French Sparkling Wines. And It is easy to see why it walked away a decorated bottle. Let’s start with its beautiful pale golden color. It just gleams through the glass inviting you to each sip. You can tell that the best grapes have been used to create the pinot blanc. The taste is magnificent for a bottle at this price range. The tiny bubbles danced around my mouth making me want more. The flavor was just strong enough without being over powering to pair it with most foods. I prefer to drink my bubbly on its own and this one stands on its own. I love the overall experience of this Sparkling wine. From popping the cork to pouring the final drop, I find myself settling into a wonderful groove. Just simply delicious and a super value. Even the bottle design lures you in. Your guests would never believe this was not a very expensive bottle of Champagne!

Lucien Albrect Crement D'Alsace de Blanc is an excellent sparkling white wine for almost any occasion. After opening the bottle to a healthy pop, I was treated to a delicious wine that I will be sure to seek out the next time I am looking for a good glass of the bubbly stuff. The wine has a pale golden color. It has a light fruity smell, and lots of tiny bubbles fizzing to the surface. Being a brut wine, it is dry, yet still somewhat sweet. The wine is fresh and clean, and it could be enjoyed with almost any meal. This makes it a perfect pairing with whatever you decide to cook for dinner. You could even drink it with brunch! Pour it straight from the bottle, or add a splash of orange juice to make a great tasting mimosa! Still, it can be enjoyed without a meal as well. It's great taste and texture make this wine an excellent choice for any celebration. This crisp and refreshing selection will be sure to please you and your guests. So be sure to pick up a bottle! You might even need to pick up a few! You'll be glad you did!

Subtly aromatic, the Cremant Brut de Blanc sparkling wine has a clean, refreshing taste to the palette. Characterized by its fresh, smooth creamy taste, and subtle apple sweetness, the Brut de Blanc is a wonderful treat anytime of the day or evening. It's layers of scented floral, fruity, and citrusy aromas flirt with a seduction of scentces that leave one lingering for more bubbly. Reminiscent of a summer in the South of France, this sparkling wine should be enjoyed with a group of friends over fruit fondue, a weekend brunch, or on a regular basis. The Brut de Blanc is medium-bodied and lively with small, medium speed bubbles, and a long finish.

Whom You Know Recommends the Lucien Albrecht Cremant D'Alsace Brut de Blanc for Valentine's Day and every day! Pop one open now and brighten your afternoon.

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