Crémant de Bourgogne Vive-la-Joie Rosé Brut
2010
Maison Bailly Lapierre
Content: 0,75l
Alcohol content: 12%
Grape varieties:
Pinot Noir and a little bit of Chardonnay
Terroir: Limestone
Harvesting: handpicked
Winemaking:
This cuvée is based on Bailly Lapierre’s finest wines, themselves obtained from superlative grapes harvested exclusively from the foremost terroirs of the vineyards located in the area around Auxerre. Only the very best juice is retained from the different pressings and these selections are vinified separately. The blend is matured in stainless steel vats for around 10 months then laid down for a further ageing (of 36 months!) on bottle racks before disgorgement.
Tasting notes:
To the eye: a rose hued gold with the slightest touch of orange.
On the nose: aromas of rose petals, biscuit, sweet almonds and cherry stones.
In the mouth: a light airiness, tender and subtle, with a delicious fresh feel, the red berry fruit of the finish going on endlessly.
Food pairing:
A wine for a good time, it also makes a subtle partner for refined cuisine.
Serving temperature: between 10 and 12 °C
Interesting facts:
The Vive la joie Rosé cuvée – just like the white one – is considered to be the flagbearer of Bailly Lapierre’s winery.
Its expression is the fulfillment of the skills and know how they have developed. Its recent awards include
a Bronze Medal at the Prix Plaisir Bettane et Desseauve 2018 and a Diamond Medal at the Japan Women’s Wine Awards 2018.
