Olivier Cazenave 'Semillonnage' Orange Sparkling 2023 (750 ml)

100% Semillon

Region: Bordeaux Atlantique

Fermentation: Stainless steel Indigenous yeasts

Aging: 3 weeks on skins, 2 months in bottle

ABV: 13.5%

The Semillonnage Orange Sparkling is a unique expression of 100% Semillon, showcasing the innovation of capturing CO2 during fermentation to create its sparkling character. Originating from 40-year-old vines in mostly clay soil, the wine undergoes natural fermentation in steel tanks with its skins for three full weeks until it is completely dry. While fermenting, Olivier captures all the CO2 emitted and later pumps it back into the wine during bottling, achieving about 4 atmospheres of pressure. This method ensures persistent bubbles and maximizes fruit expression, which Olivier prefers. The result is a vibrant and aromatic wine with a beautiful orange hue. The nose features tangerine, kumquats, and yellow flowers, leading to a delightful and expressive mouthfeel full of vibrant fruits and a spicy finish that dance alongside the bubbles. An exceptional sparkling wine that stands apart in style, both in the mouth and from the way it’s created.

Chateau de Bel is the idyllic estate that houses the visionary project and wines of ‘Vins Olivier Cazenave.’ Olivier and his wife Anne married in 2003, the same year they embarked on their lifelong dream of buying a rustic piece of property and a home on the picturesque edge of the Dordogne River, with a promise to create an estate and wines that are truly distinct from others. Their commitment to humility and common sense has led them to a place where the wines express their vivacious personality, endless creativity, and pure expression of terroir, all the while being fully dedicated to organic and biodynamic farming since 2016. Starting with just 4.5 hectares, they have expanded over the years by acquiring small neighboring plots, and now farm around 8 hectares of vines, producing about 60,000 bottles annually through their various labels, appellations, and diverse projects. Olivier has a deep passion for Muscadelle and aims to expand wine drinkers' palates with this grape, while also showcasing his special ability to allow Merlot and Cabernet Franc to sing in unique and novel ways compared to his regional counterparts. The cellar is compact, the process is meticulous, and the focus is on crafting exceptional yet unpretentious Bordeaux for the world to rediscover anew.

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