The Crémant d’Alsace Rosé Brut "Mayerling" from Cave de Turckheim is a refined and seductive expression of Alsatian Pinot Noir vinified into a sparkling wine. This Traditional Method sparkling wine stands out for its distinct fruity personality and chromatic elegance, making it the ideal centerpiece for celebratory moments and sophisticated gastronomic pairings.
Cave de Turckheim - Crémant d’Alsace AOC "Mayerling" Rosé Brut
The Mayerling Rosé is a highly prized Crémant d'Alsace, made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes. Cave de Turckheim uses a gentle pressing with a brief skin maceration to extract the delicate color and fragrant aromas typical of small red berries. Following the strict "Méthode Traditionnelle" regulations, the wine undergoes its second fermentation in the bottle, acquiring a complexity that perfectly balances the varietal's vivacity. It is a sparkling wine that focuses on freshness and finesse, offering a crisp, harmonious sip with a structure that allows it to be enjoyed throughout a meal.
Sensory Profile In the glass, it presents an elegant powder pink color with brilliant reflections, enlivened by fine, constant, and persistent bubbles. The nose is an inviting and fresh bouquet: scents of wild strawberry, raspberry, and redcurrant dominate, accompanied by delicate floral notes of rose petals and a slight hint of yeast and bread crust. On the palate, it is lively and enveloping; the mousse is creamy and well-integrated, supported by a citrus freshness that enhances the red fruit. The finish is clean, persistent, and characterized by a pleasant mineral savoriness.
Winemaking and Aging Pinot Noir grapes are hand-harvested to ensure their integrity. After gentle pressing and a brief maceration for color extraction, the must ferments at controlled temperatures. The cuvée is then bottled for the second fermentation and ages on its lees in the cellar for a period of at least 12-15 months. This process allows the sparkling wine to refine and develop the roundness needed to balance the grape's natural acidity.
Food Pairings Excellent as an aperitif, this Rosé is ideal paired with flavorful fish dishes such as smoked salmon, seared tuna, or seafood bisques. It pairs magnificently with traditional Alsatian cured meats, beef carpaccio, or lightly spiced exotic cuisine dishes. It is also perfect at the end of a meal with berry-based desserts or red fruit tarts.
Technical Data
Producer: Cave de Turckheim
Wine: Crémant d’Alsace AOC
Cuvée: Mayerling Rosé
Style: Brut (Traditional Method)
Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Region: France (Alsace)
Aging: Minimum 18 months on lees
Alcohol Content: 12% Vol.
Format: 75 cl
