In the glass, the ruby color shines with all its brightness. Fragrant and delicate, this wine releases aromas of hibiscus, violet, honeysuckle and raspberry. On the palate, this pleasant wine’s acidity enhances the hibiscus and wild strawberry bouquet. The long finish is emphasized by a hint of lime zest bitterness, bringing an elegance and expanse to the experience.
l’exception 2021
36.35 $taxes included
Description
The noble sparkling red
A red sparkling wine may seem unusual. However, bearing in mind grape varieties indigenous to North America were red, its creation is truly fitting and an homage to the terroir and our viticultural heritage.
The stakes are normally high regarding tannins in sparkling reds. The low tannin level of our red grape varieties, however, is perfect for producing and maintaining flawless bubbles. The frontenac grapes’ dark juices maintain their beautiful color throughout the vinification process. It results in an elegant and truly flamboyant sparkling wine.
Tasting & pairings
L’exception pairs perfectly with beef tenderloin with bordelaise sauce or with seasoned artisanal sausages. It inspires and welcomes complex culinary creations, but is just as well suited to antipasti or charcuterie and will also wondrously enhance dark chocolate treats.
Due to the presence of light tannins, this wine should be served chilled (4 °C) and then left to temper in the glass until it reaches its optimal temperature.
Drinking temperature : 14 °C
Can be stored and kept : up to 5 years
Notes from the winemaker
When brought in from the fields, the grapes are pressed directly. Cold fermentation, on indigenous yeast and in stainless steel vats, preserve the wine’s freshness and fruity aroma. The frontenac noir having greatly benefited from warm weather, its addition was inspired at the blending stage – giving the wine a delicate spiciness and enhancing the savouring experience. The forming of bubbles during the second fermentation takes place with neutral yeast from a Champagne biodynamic vineyard. L’Exception then matures on lees for a minimum of 18 months and is subjected to neither fining nor filtering.
Technical specifications
Winemaking : Traditional method
Grape content : 33 % frontenac gris, 27 % frontenac noir, 15 % radisson, 13 % marquette, 9 % sabrevois, 4 % frontenac blanc
Type : Brut nature
Dosage : 0 g/L
Degree of alcohol : 13 %
Format : 750 ml
Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Nature wine
Suitable for vegans
Range
Gastronomic
Developed in partnership with restaurants, this range is a dream come true for sommeliers and wine enthusiasts alike as it is easily paired with various courses from appetizer to dessert. The traditional method used and the fact that no to very little dosage is added, ensure that L’intégrale heightens any gastronomical experience.
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