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December 10: a cheap sparkler to get lit.

12/10/2015

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It should come as no surprise that I LOVE sparkling wines. Today is a quick review of another. It's actually one of the oldest sparklers made in France, producing its product, then considered quirky, a full century before Champagne became noted for bubbles. 

St. Hilaire is from the south of France, near a village named Limoux. It's considered to be among the quality of non-vintage champagne, and it costs a mere $13-16. Try it and be amazed. In my mind, the best sparkler at this price point that I've yet found. 

There are toasty aromas with that slight nutty nose you get with older sparklers. Dried fig and lavender are also present. Citrusy on the palate, medium body, and a crisp acidity to the finish. 

Just for fun, pour it to a snob who's in love with champagne and make them guess what producer it is. When they start grasping at straws, let them know it's from Languedoc and take a picture of thier face. 
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Meghan
12/12/2015 08:27:09 am

Sounds yummy!

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