# Fleur de Prestige (2016)

- **Producer:** Beaumont des Crayeres
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €54
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** lemon, pear, peach, apple, brioche, biscuit, pastry, almond, hazelnut, honey

## About this wine

Beaumont des Crayères Fleur de Prestige 2016 is a white sparkling wine from the Champagne appellation in France. The producer, Beaumont des Crayères, is a cooperative established in the early 1950s by winegrowers from Mardeuil. The name 'Beaumont des Crayères' reflects the vineyard's beauty and its chalky soil. The cooperative's ethos centers on elegance, refinement, and authenticity. A distinctive practice of the house is marking the disgorgement date on all their wines. The 2016 vintage is noted for its high quality and developed profile.

## Interesting facts

- Named after a renowned vineyard, blending 'beautiful vineyard' and chalky soil.
- Cooperative founded by over 250 winegrowers.
- Marks all wines with the disgorgement date on the back label.
- Known for a focus on extended aging for vintage champagnes.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity cuts through the richness of seafood and creamy sauces, while its effervescence cleanses the palate. Delicate flavors in the food are complemented by the wine's refined character, and subtle mineral notes in the wine can echo the brininess of shellfish.

## Wine making process

Beaumont des Crayères Fleur de Prestige 2016 is produced using grapes from the Champagne appellation. The winemaking process involves selecting the 'Cœur de cuvée' at pressing. The wine undergoes fermentation, followed by secondary fermentation in the bottle to create its sparkle. Vintage Champagnes, like this one, are aged for extended periods, in this case, over five years, to develop complexity. The producer emphasizes a vegan-friendly approach, working without animal additives.