In the glass
Aroma: wild strawberry, rose petal, subtle brioche, lemon
Palate: red cherry, raspberry, fine bead, crisp finish
Lucien Albrecht's 100 percent Pinot Noir Cremant Rose. Albrecht claims to have been the first to receive AOC approval for Cremant d Alsace in 1976. Reliable salmon-pink bubbles at a friendly price.
What it pairs with
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Aperitif
Pink traditional-method bubbles for any aperitif occasion. -
Smoked salmon canapes
Pink bubbles for the lemon-cured fish. -
Strawberry desserts
Pinot-led rose against summer berries.
How to serve Lucien Albrecht Cremant d Alsace Brut Rose
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 6-8°C. Cellar temperature (6-8°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a tulip flute — the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Aperitif, Smoked salmon canapes, Strawberry desserts. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Lucien Albrecht (founded 1425) was instrumental in obtaining AOC status for Cremant d Alsace in 1976. The 100 percent Pinot Noir Cremant Rose has been a fixture of the range since the mid 1980s.
- 1976 — Cremant d Alsace AOC granted, partly through Albrecht's lobbying
- 1985 — Albrecht Cremant Rose becomes a fixture of the range
Facts
- Producer
- Maison Lucien Albrecht
- Grapes
- Pinot Noir (100%)
- Classification
- Cremant d Alsace AOC
- Oak
- Tirage on lees 18 to 24 months
- ABV
- 12.0%
- Price
- EUR 15 to 22 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-4 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 1985
Frequently asked about Lucien Albrecht Cremant d Alsace Brut Rose
What does Lucien Albrecht Cremant d Alsace Brut Rose taste like?
On the nose, wild strawberry, rose petal, subtle brioche, lemon. On the palate, red cherry, raspberry, fine bead, crisp finish. Structurally medium-bodied, high acidity with a medium finish. Lucien Albrecht's 100 percent Pinot Noir Cremant Rose. Albrecht claims to have been the first to receive AOC approval for Cremant d Alsace in 1976. Reliable salmon-pink bubbles at a friendly price.
When should I drink Lucien Albrecht Cremant d Alsace Brut Rose?
Drink 1-4 from disgorgement. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Lucien Albrecht Cremant d Alsace Brut Rose?
Aperitif is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Smoked salmon canapes and Strawberry desserts. Pink traditional-method bubbles for any aperitif occasion.
What grapes are in Lucien Albrecht Cremant d Alsace Brut Rose?
The blend is Pinot Noir (100%). The wine is classified as Cremant d Alsace AOC.