Stefan Bietighöfer, Crémant Grande Reserve, 2018

Stefan Bietighöfer’s Crémant Grande Réserve 2018 is a refined German sparkling wine that captures the elegance and precision of traditional-method Crémant. Made from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier, it combines ripe fruit, chalky freshness, and impressive complexity, with long lees aging and a very low dosage of just 3 g/L. The result is a dry, vibrant wine that shows both terroir character and a beautifully polished mousse.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shines with a bright golden color and a delicate, persistent stream of fine bubbles. The nose is expressive and layered, offering fresh floral notes, green gooseberry, freshly baked bread, and subtle hints of yeast and pastry. The palate is lively and focused, with citrus oil, white peach, salty mineral nuances, and a distinct oyster-shell character. Despite its dryness, the wine retains plenty of natural fruit, giving it both energy and balance. It is already highly enjoyable now, but should also hold well over the next few years as the lees-derived complexity continues to unfold.

Production
This Crémant comes from Pfalz, where the combination of generous sun, good ripening conditions, and mineral-driven soils helps create sparkling wines with both richness and freshness. The base wines are aged for a long time on the lees in barrel before final blending, adding depth and texture to the finished wine. After secondary fermentation and disgorgement, only a small amount of dosage is added, preserving the wine’s dry, precise style while allowing the natural fruit and terroir to remain fully visible.

Food & Serving
A great match for oysters, shellfish, sushi, smoked fish, and delicate seafood dishes, as well as creamy goat cheese or light poultry preparations. Serve well chilled at around 6–8°C. Decanting is not recommended, but giving the bottle a few minutes in the glass will help the aromas open up beautifully.

Producer
Stefan Bietighöfer is an acclaimed producer from the Pfalz region, known for wines that combine modern precision with a strong sense of place. The estate has gained recognition for expressive, terroir-driven wines with excellent structure and balance, and this Crémant is a strong example of that approach. Its careful élevage and restrained dosage reflect a producer committed to quality and finesse.

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