Glossary
Cremant
/kray-MAHN/
French sparkling wine made outside Champagne by traditional method.
Full Definition
Cremant is the term for French traditional method sparkling wines from regions other than Champagne. Major examples include Cremant d'Alsace, Cremant de Bourgogne, Cremant de Loire, and Cremant de Limoux. They often offer excellent value as alternatives to Champagne, using regional grape varieties.
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