Domaine Bechtold Cremant d'Alsace Extra Brut NV Size:750ml with a parcel planted in

with a parcel planted in 1904) and employing a more serious élevage than the “basic” cement-aged Champs de Mars bottling

This is perhaps the flashiest and most hedonistic of the 1980s vintages on offer here

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brazenly energetic wine that speaks clearly of both variety and terroir

the Lessona’s overall texture is rounder

Domaine Bechtold Cremant d'Alsace Extra Brut NV Size:750ml with a parcel planted inA dry sparkling wine from the northern reaches of the Bas Rhine of Alsace, a blend of equal parts of Chardonnay and Pinot Auxerrois (with a touch of Pinot Noir). The domaines small parcels yields limited quantities of this delighful wine, bursting with orchard fruits and mineral intrigue. Made with a base of 2022 and 2023 vintages.