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Limoux has an enviable reputation for the quality of its sparkling wines: as far back as the 16th century, they were worth twice the price of the non-sparkling wines produced here. The latest newcomer to the region is Crémant de Limoux, which like Champagne, is based largely on Chardonnay. Limoux's Blanquette can be said to be the original inspiration for Champagne, and it is ironic that centuries later, Champagne should be the inspiration for Limoux's Crémant.
Crémant is also the newest addition to the Rives-Blanques range:
 AOP Crémant de Limoux
The Rives-Blanques Blanc de Blancs is literally a mouthful ... of
fine and festive bubbles. This new quality addition to the
Rives-Blanques range of sparkling wines is crisp, clean
and
refreshing, and comes also in magnum-sized bottles.
One Star, Guide Hachette des Vins
Silver Medal, Competition of the Crémants of France
Bronze Medal, Independent Winegrowers of France
Chardonnay/Chenin blanc
Whole, unblemished grapes harvested by hand, and pressed in under two hours of harvesting. Separate vinification of each grape variety. Fermented at 14 °C. in stainless steel vats with a second fermentation in the bottle. Yield: 45 hl/ha. Méthode Traditionnelle. Further information about Chardonnay / Chenin Blanc
AOP Crémant de Limoux
Another welcome new addition to the Rives- Blanques range is this fresh
and festive sparkling rosé, characterised by elegant fine bubbles and a gorgeous pink hue. 
Gold Medal, Competition of the Crémants of France
Silver Medal, International Wine Challenge
Commended Decanter World Wine Awards
Chardonnay/Chenin blanc, pinot noir
Whole, unblemished grapes harvested by hand, and pressed in under two hours of harvesting. Separate vinification of each grape variety. Fermented at 14 °C. in stainless steel vats with a second fermentation in the bottle. Yield: 45 hl/ha. Méthode Traditionnelle.
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