Why should you drink Crémant?
The simple answer is that it tastes great! On top of that, Crémant is usually cheaper than champagne (which has been priced out of the market). By buying a good crémant, you're getting a product that is made in exactly the same way as champagne but at a significantly lower price. You save the prestige, so to speak :-)
When you think of crémant, you probably first think of the festive aperitif you get handed at receptions, openings or celebrations. We think you should drink crémant much more often and with food, because the perlage, the variety of aromas and the special acid structure make crémant an excellent match for food. So you don't have to limit yourself to the aperitif - although it's a great way to start the evening:-) Crémant often has strong aromas and with its liveliness and freshness, it's even better than a light white wine without punch. The overall acidity in Crémant is generally higher than in wine and therefore it is ideal to enjoy it with fatty and salty dishes; however, be careful with overly spicy dishes.
The first bottles we are looking at are CUVÉE "BRUT ROSÉ" BRUT and CUVÉE PINOT NOIR ROSÈ 2015
Both are dry rosés and are quite similar. The main ingredients in both cuvées are Pinot Noir and Saint Laurent, although there is clearly more Pinot Noir in the 2015 vintage. Immediately, the former calls a little more for something edible than its "sister", which is better enjoyed "stand alone" - perhaps with a few appetizers.
CUVÉE "BRUT ROSÉ" BRUT has a beautiful dark salmon color and is big and fresh on the palate, with a slightly phenolic character that gives the wine complexity. Recommended serving temperature: 6°C. 12.5% alc.
Wine newspaper week 47/2022 ***** An exciting and delicate wine with a complex aroma of grape skin, olive pits, rowan berries and rose hips. The taste is elegant with fine berry notes, adequate dryness and a slight bitter bite at the end. The wine is well suited to anything from the sea.
DOMAINE KOX CREMANT CUVÉE PINOT NOIR ROSÉ 2015
A nice dry and fresh Crémant with flavors of tart strawberries and raspberries. Use it as a welcome and/or with a few slices of melon. A great choice to put on the table when it needs to be a little festive; best served at 6°C. 12.5% Alc.
DOMAINE KOX CREMANT CUVÉE DOSAGE ZERO N.V.... an exciting acquaintance
La Cuvée "Dosage Zéro" - Crémant de Luxembourg is purity itself!
An exciting Crémant that on the palate has some very fine white fruit notes. Fine "chewy" character that remains very subtle. Fresh and long finish with a perfect balance. Obviously a crémant at the dry end of the scale. Best served at 6°C. 12,5% Alc.
Wine newspaper week 47/2022 **** Light bread, fresh citrus, nuts and something reminiscent of vanilla wreaths characterize the aroma of this good wine. The taste is very dry (dosage zero means that no sugar has been added to the wine during disgorgement) with fine notes of fennel and again distinct citrus. A really good wine for those who like it bone dry and a fresh citrus note. Try it with rich fish dishes.
DOMAINE KOX CUVÉE SANS SULFITES AJOUTES BRUT the first Crémant de Luxembourg vinified and aged without added sulfites!
Cuvée "Sans Sulfites Ajoutés "
According to history books, the Romans had already discovered sulphites, which extend the life of our food. This is due to the antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of sulphites. This also applies to wine and its preservation, but it turns out that some people are unfortunately sensitive to sulphites. These people will not eat dried fruit or sausages, for example, because the concentration of sulphites is too high. This prompted Domaine Kox to develop this specialty: the 1st Luxembourg crémant "Sans Sulfites Ajoutés". Technically, the realization of this Crémant is a challenge that we have met with expertise, pleasure and passion. Best served at 6°C.. 12,5% Alc.
And we end this round with quite a project:
DOMAINE KOX LA GRANDE CUVEE "M" N.V 3 grapes, 3 countries, 3 vineyards
Cuvée "M" is a symbolic blend of a cross-country collaboration. It is made from three different grape varieties that come from the three Mosel-based terroirs of the Greater Region. The blend was developed together with Domaine les Béliers in France and Weingut Lukashof in Germany. The grapes are Riesling, Pinot Gris and Auxerrois; 3 grapes, 3 countries, 3 wineries
Best served at 6°C. 12.5% Alc.
Fun facts:
Crémant gets you drunk faster - but not more - than red and white wine. The bubbles of carbon dioxide cause the alcohol to rise straight to your head because the absorption from the stomach is accelerated. This is one of the reasons why bubbles are often served at receptions and openings: Guests are more likely to start talking and the atmosphere becomes a little more relaxed :-)
And the one about Crémant and wreath cake on New Year's Eve?
NO; it really doesn't work if the Crémant is dry! The sweet cake will make your dry crémant taste sour and that's a shame for both you and the wine. With the wreath cake, you should drink something sweet or semi-sweet - like an Italian Asti:-) On the other hand, a dry crémant is perfect to enjoy while listening to Her Majesty's speech - or as a festive start to the evening. Happy New Year :-) & thanks for reading :-)
