Domaine Albert Mann - Crémant d'Alsace - Extra-Brut - White - 2022

Wine:

Made primarily from Pinot Blanc (87%), and aged 18 months on lees before being disgorged with no dosage, the 2022 Crémant d’Alsace Extra-Brut White is a sparkling gem—delicate, vibrant, and full of finesse. This is an expressive wine, with fine, persistent bubbles and delicious orchard fruit notes—think ripe pear and apricot. Fresh and full of charm, it’s energetic yet easy to enjoy, making it a perfect match for seafood or smoked trout on toast.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Initial fermentation in barrels, then bottled in March 2023. Disgorging after 18 months on slats.

Color:

Bright pale yellow, delicate and regular bubbles.

Nose:

Aromas of orchard fruits, apple and pear accented with a fresh, indulgent touch.

Palate:

The structure is lively, balanced, and easy-drinking, with a touch of mid-palate bitterness that adds character, all carried by a pleasant, refreshing acidity.

Temperature:

Serve at 8 to 10°C.

Food and wine pairing:

For starters, a seafood platter, smoked trout toast, tarte tatin, and a moist caramelised pineapple cake.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030

A benchmark for Alsatian excellence, Albert Mann is one of the region’s finest estates, producing biodynamic wines of remarkable precision and depth.

Jacky Barthelmé and his son Antoine—who now leads the estate—have a masterful touch with both whites and reds. The great terroirs of Alsace resonate with new energy here, giving rise to wines of singular identity and striking emotional power. Their clarity, finesse, and drinkability make them essential references for serious wine lovers.

The estate’s rise reached a milestone recently with Alsace’s first-ever 100-point Parker score—for its Pinot Noir. And the rest of the range more than holds its own.

With 3 stars in the French wine guide RVF, Albert Mann now stands among the very best.