Louis Bouillot Cremant de Bourgogne NV

Louis Bouillot Crémant de Bourgogne brings proper Burgundian pedigree to a bottle of bubbles that remains refreshingly easy to open. Redcurrant, cherry and ripe stone fruit meet white flowers, citrus and gentle yeasty richness, with a fine bead and creamy mousse carrying everything through a bright, elegant finish. Louis Bouillot has specialised in sparkling Burgundy from its home in Nuits-Saint-Georges since 1877, so there is considerably more history here than the approachable price might suggest. Fresh, generous and very comfortable in a crowd, it is ideal as an aperitif or alongside seafood, fried snacks and shared plates.

What the winery says:

The house’s emblematic Perle de Vigne cuvée brings together Burgundy’s four traditional Crémant varieties - Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Aligoté and Gamay. Made using the traditional method and aged for at least 12 months on lees, it combines fine, lively bubbles with a fruit-driven and floral character. Redcurrant, blackberry and cherry aromas open into elderflower, lime blossom and honeysuckle, followed by a fresh, rounded palate with bright citrus energy and an elegant finish.

What the experts say:

Candice Chow, Raymond Chan Wine Reviews, 91/100
“The fruit is fresh with good ripeness; invigorating acidity carries the juicy fruit and chalky minerals to a crisp finish.”

Cuisine, 4.5 Stars & Top 10
“The foaming mousse is mouth filling and creamy against soft fruit flavours on the nicely weighted palate.”

Cameron Douglas MS, 90/100 & Premium
“A balanced and well made wine with drinking from day of purchase through 2027+.”