From the Limoux region in southern France, Blanquette de Limoux claims to be France’s oldest sparkling wine. It’s made in the traditional method, getting its fizz via a second fermentation in the bottle (just like champagne). Made from local grape Mauzac, along with some Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc, this one’s all apples and pears. And bubbles, obviously. Much drier than Prosecco, too. Properly refreshing.
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A much better option than Prosecco (which is too sweet, too unreliable and everywhere). My mother swears by Blanquette and takes a glass every day instead of champagne – and I am inheriting the habit. Who else stocks it apart from Tesco?
I know what you mean about Prosecco, it’s become a bit more hit and miss with so much of it about nowadays. I love the Crémant de Limoux from Berry’s, definitely one to try x