Amelie & Charles Sparr “Celebration” Cremant D’Alsace NV

Winemaker Says: A bright and lacy Crémant d’Alsace that’s certainly a step above most of the sparkling wines one finds in this sunny corner of Alsace! ‘Celebration’ is pure Pinot Blanc with no added dosage, aged for two years on fine lees before disgorgement (that’s a full year more time on lees than most Crémant wines). Fruity and lively, with fine bubbles and a wonderful finish, this bottle will find you looking for celebrations just so you can pop another cork!

Andy Says: "I try not to buy multiple wines from the same producer- at best, it looks like favoritism, and at worst, like I didn't do my homework. But after tasting through the Amelie and Charles Sparr lineup,I had to break my own rule. The wines were THAT good. This biodynamic Crémant is a classic expression of Alsace-100% Pinot Blanc that spent an astonishing four years on the lees, giving the wine a creamy, nutty, apple turnover character. This is one of those wines that is "a cheaper than it should be" direct import steal, meaning the middle man has been cut out, perfect for the first hints of winter."