A “Blanc de Noirs”, this is Bailly Lapierre’s hallmark wine –a white made from black Pinot Noir grapes. In our villages, we love to make our sparkle and bubbles from this great variety which is so wonderfully at home here. A Crémant of great character, its style full, deep and powerful, with a fruitiness in the mouth that conjures up a red.
90 Wine Enthusiast
Full bodied and rich with red fruits and crisp acidity, this wine, made from 100% Pinot Noir, shows a ripe character and a firm texture. Its bright fruit and tight texture will open up to offer a lovely wine for near-term enjoyment.
90 James Suckling
I like the wild strawberry and orange peel notes here, with some bread crust undertones. It’s juicy and fruity with a medium body and gentle bubbles.
Bailly-Lapierre, based in Saint-Bris-le-Vineux in Burgundy, France, is renowned for its Crémant de Bourgogne. Founded in 1972 by local winegrowers, the winery utilizes ancient limestone quarries for aging its wines. Specializing in sparkling wines made with the traditional method, Bailly-Lapierre uses grape varieties like Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Aligoté, and Gamay. Their meticulous winemaking process, including hand-harvesting and extended aging on the lees, enhances the wine's complexity. Committed to sustainability, Bailly-Lapierre's Crémant de Bourgogne has earned numerous awards, solidifying its reputation for quality and craftsmanship.
Burgundy, in eastern France, is renowned for its high-quality and diverse wines, primarily made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes. The region's varied terroir, which includes a mix of limestone, clay, and marl soils, contributes to the unique characteristics of its wines. Burgundy's vineyards are divided into several appellations, including Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Mâconnais, each known for distinct wine styles. The region's winemaking tradition emphasizes small-scale production and meticulous vineyard management, resulting in wines that are highly prized for their elegance, complexity, and ability to age gracefully.