Brut
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Typically best enjoyed fresh, within 1 to 3 years of release, though well-stored bottles can maintain their vibrant character for up to 5 years.
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Fresh oysters and raw shellfish, creamy goat cheese tarts, or lightly seasoned roasted poultry.
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Hailing from the wind-swept hills of the Languedoc, Gerard Bertrand's Brut sparkling white wine pays homage to the region's ancient sparkling heritage, which famously began in 1531 at the nearby Abbey of Saint-Hilaire. Crafted primarily from Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc, often accented by the local Mauzac grape, this wine benefits from a unique terroir where Mediterranean warmth meets cooling Atlantic breezes. Produced using the traditional method, the wine undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle and extended lees aging, resulting in a refined effervescence, vibrant citrus and white flower aromas, and a subtle, toasted brioche complexity that reflects the rich history of southern French winemaking.
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Established in 1992 by former professional rugby player G rard Bertrand, this iconic estate has its roots in Domaine de Villemajou, which Bertrand inherited from his father Georges in 1987. Headquartered at the historic Ch teau l'Hospitalet in Narbonne, France, the producer is globally recognized as a pioneer and leader in biodynamic viticulture, farming all of its estates according to Demeter standards. G rard Bertrand is dedicated to showcasing the diverse terroirs of Languedoc-Roussillon, crafting exceptional red, white, and ros wines that range from the accessible R serve Sp ciale varietals to prestigious single-vineyard expressions like Cigalus, Clos d'Ora, and Clos du Temple.