2022 Antech "M le Mauzac" Brut Nature Blanquette de Limoux
Steely and racy, this Blanquette has long been one of the best aperitif sparklers on the shelf. Formerly known simply as Blanquette Brut Nature, the Antech family has recently chosen to highlight the indigenous grape Mauzac and to begin vintage-dating the wine. The signature profile remains intact—green apple, green papaya, and a bracing saline edge still define the core. A touch more lees aging before release has added an extra layer of depth and extended the finish, giving the wine greater presence without sacrificing its precision. Nothing to argue with here. This remains one of the most compelling—and hardest to beat—expressions of dry, crisp bubbles at an everyday price point.
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Though this has a new label and a slightly new name, this is still Antech's classic brut nature. Now it carries a vintage date but it is still produced with no added dosage, which translates to a super clean and crisp glass of bubbly. It is composed of 90% Mauzac, 5% Chenin Blanc, and 5% Chardonnay. All harvesting is done by hand. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel, and the wine undergoes a 12-month elevage on the lees, à la méthode traditionelle, before being disgorged. The brut nature is the perfect way to start off any evening's festivities. Its fresh and crisp apple-pear flavors will pair beautifully with a wide range of finger foods and pre-dinner snacks. What a value, too!
Product Details
Origin: Languedoc-Roussillon, France
Type/Varietal: Other White Wines
Alcohol Content: 12%
SKU: #1786110