Domaine Andre et Mireille Tissot Cremant de Jura Brut NV

The stubbornness of the champagne manufacturers has increasingly driven me into the loving arms of the various cremants. Not only do I enjoy sampling sparkling wines produced from varietals other than the "Big Three", I've been (by and large) impressed by the innovation and comparable class when compared to champagne. Cremant producers seem to be trying just as hard (if not more so), with a great deal less recognition. Given this situation, I'm always pleased when I find a new cremant to share.

In their words: ...

In my words:
This cremant is produced like a traditional champagne: the lead off on the nose is wet biscuit, followed by pears, lemon rind, chalk, and just a hint of walnuts. It's a lovely brass color with fat, but contained, bubbles. Ripe and astringent on the palate (and with an emphasis on the chalk notes), Domaine Andre et Mireille Tissot Cremant de Jura Brut NV makes for a classy introduction to the evening.

According to the producers, Domaine Andre et Mireille Tissot Cremant de Jura Brut NV is sixty percent Pinot Noir and forty percent Chardonnay.