Olivier Cazenave - Semillonnage Orange Sparkling 2023

$37.00

Chateau de Bel is the idyllic estate that houses the visionary project and wines of ‘Vins Olivier Cazenave.’ Olivier and his wife Anne married in 2003, the same year they embarked on their lifelong dream of buying a rustic piece of property and a home on the picturesque edge of the Dordogne River, with a promise to create an estate and wines that are truly distinct from others. Their commitment to humility and common sense has led them to a place where the wines express their vivacious personality, endless creativity, and pure expression of terroir, all the while being fully dedicated to organic and biodynamic farming since 2016.

The Semillonnage Orange Sparkling is a unique expression of 100% Semillon, showcasing the innovation of capturing CO2 during fermentation to create its sparkling character. Originating from 40-year-old vines in mostly clay soil, the wine undergoes natural fermentation in steel tanks with its skins for three full weeks until it is completely dry. While fermenting, Olivier captures all the CO2 emitted and later pumps it back into the wine during bottling, achieving about 4 atmospheres of pressure. This method ensures persistent bubbles and maximizes fruit expression, which Olivier prefers. The result is a vibrant and aromatic wine with a beautiful orange hue. The nose features tangerine, kumquats, and yellow flowers, leading to a delightful and expressive mouthfeel full of vibrant fruits and a spicy finish that dance alongside the bubbles. An exceptional sparkling wine that stands apart in style, both in the mouth and from the way it’s created.

Pair with scallops, white fish, sushi and creamy cheeses.

Region: Bordeaux Atlantique, France

Grape: 100% Semillon

Vintage: 2023

750 ml

Chateau de Bel is the idyllic estate that houses the visionary project and wines of ‘Vins Olivier Cazenave.’ Olivier and his wife Anne married in 2003, the same year they embarked on their lifelong dream of buying a rustic piece of property and a home on the picturesque edge of the Dordogne River, with a promise to create an estate and wines that are truly distinct from others. Their commitment to humility and common sense has led them to a place where the wines express their vivacious personality, endless creativity, and pure expression of terroir, all the while being fully dedicated to organic and biodynamic farming since 2016.

The Semillonnage Orange Sparkling is a unique expression of 100% Semillon, showcasing the innovation of capturing CO2 during fermentation to create its sparkling character. Originating from 40-year-old vines in mostly clay soil, the wine undergoes natural fermentation in steel tanks with its skins for three full weeks until it is completely dry. While fermenting, Olivier captures all the CO2 emitted and later pumps it back into the wine during bottling, achieving about 4 atmospheres of pressure. This method ensures persistent bubbles and maximizes fruit expression, which Olivier prefers. The result is a vibrant and aromatic wine with a beautiful orange hue. The nose features tangerine, kumquats, and yellow flowers, leading to a delightful and expressive mouthfeel full of vibrant fruits and a spicy finish that dance alongside the bubbles. An exceptional sparkling wine that stands apart in style, both in the mouth and from the way it’s created.