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  • Greeting March with Bailly Lapierre Crémant Rosé, a Worthy Sparkler!

    What’s so great about March? Well, besides spring, St. Joseph’s Day zeppole, and a return to Daylight Saving Time, we get to raise a sparkling glass of Bailly Lapierre Crémont Rosé to welcome the new month.

     

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    As part of Our Sparkling Resolution, we’re featuring this worthy sparkler because it has the spirit to face the next 31 days – whatever they may bring.

     

    Tasting Notes:

     

    Ed …

     

    If you like Pinot Noir, this will please you. (90% Pinot Noir, 10% Gamay)

    • Not overpowering
    • Fruit just right for me
    • Very drinkable (with food & solo)
    • Impressive Mousse
    • Do Not Over-Chill

    While this crémant is fine right from the chiller, it really caresses you as its temperature rises – becoming fruitier, softer, and friendlier.

     

    Penny …

     

    Some reviewers have called it a picnic wine, maybe that’s why we went out to buy more during this cold spell. We needed the hope of spring.

     

    We’ve also tried their Pinot Noir Brut and Reserve. Of the two, we like the Pinot better.

     

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    Bailly Lapierre …

    • Unmistakable aromas of red berry fruit
    • Possesses a delicious softness free of anything sugary
    • Entirely fresh and with real finesse
    • Its mousse displays an almost frothy, airy lightness


    Wine Spectator Score: 84 …

    • Fresh
    • Strawberry, cherry and red currant notes in a delicate style
    • Ideal for summer picnics

     

    kd wine.com …

     

    Bailly Lapierre Crémant de Bourgogne Rosé has a …

    • yeasty-toasty nose reminiscent of Champagne
    • ripe red fruit aromas of Pinot Noir
    • rich round, fruity character on the palate
    • beautifully balanced finish

     

    Wine Enthusiast …

    • “A delightful, light, strawberry wine.”

     

    Whatever bottle of bubbly you choose, we hope you’ll pop a cork and join us in a toast to March – Santé!

     

    Our Sparkling Resolution Winner’s List

    And, our regular Sunday Dog Feature will return next week. 

     

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino

    Photography: Courtesy of Bailly Lapierre