Cremant To Die For

CRÉMANT TO DIE FOR – Carod
Crémant de Die AOP | France
Traditional Bottle Fermentation | Elegant Sparkling Wine from the Rhône Valley

Origin & Terroir
This exclusive Crémant de Die comes from a privileged valley in the French Rhône region, where the Carod family has cultivated their vineyards on sun-drenched slopes for generations with great passion and care. The region offers ideal conditions for fine sparkling wines with finesse, freshness, and aromatic depth.

Grape Varieties & Production
This Crémant is a characterful cuvée made from:

85% Clairette Blanche – Freshness, structure, and elegance

10% Aligoté – fine acidity, lightness

5% Muscat à Petits Grains (dry) – aromatic sophistication

Production according to the traditional method (as with Champagne):

Whole bunch pressing with a pneumatic press

First fermentation in stainless steel tanks

Second fermentation in the bottle for at least 12 months

Disgorgement to remove yeast deposits before finalization

Sensory Profile
Colour: Radiant pale gold with fine, lively perlage

Aroma: Elegant bouquet of white flowers, characterized by the harmonious blend of the three grape varieties

Palate: Fresh, fine, and persistent, with notes of white flowers and a subtle hint of toast. The light mousse gives the Crémant special elegance and freshness.

Recommendations & Enjoyment Moments
A festive sparkling wine for every occasion:

Particularly recommended as an aperitif
With fish, crustaceans, or fine poultry
With fruit or puff pastry desserts

Also excellent in sparkling wine cocktails

Serving temperature: Very well chilled at 6–8 °C

Wine Profile at a Glance
Designation: Crémant de Die AOP

Producer: Carod

Origin: Rhône Valley, France

Grape Varieties: Clairette Blanche (85%), Aligoté (10%), dry Muscat (5%)

Alcohol content: 12% vol.

Production: Traditional bottle fermentation, 12 months on lees

Storage potential: Several years – store horizontally, cool & protected from light

Acidity: not specified

Serving temperature: 6–8 °C