How can a white wine be made from a red grape?

Pinot Noir's juice is nearly colorless — by pressing the grapes gently and separating the juice from the skins quickly, Willm produces a white sparkling wine (blanc de noirs) without red pigment extraction.

What food pairs well?

Grilled oysters with a spicy touch, poultry, and fish in sauce are all excellent matches.

How is it different from the standard Crémant d'Alsace Brut?

It's made exclusively from Pinot Noir rather than a multi-grape blend, giving it a more red-fruited, savory character compared to the fresher, orchard-fruit profile of the classic Brut.

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Crémant d'Alsace Blanc de Noirs Brut

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Alsace Willm

About Crémant d'Alsace Blanc de Noirs Brut

Style: Sparkling
Grape Varieties: Pinot Noir
Price Range: $16-22

A rare white sparkling wine made from 100% Pinot Noir, pressed gently to avoid color extraction. Shows anise and white-blossom aromas with fresh apple, a hint of pear and vanilla, and a long, savory finish delivered through fine, persistent bubbles.

Sommelier's Note

A blanc de noirs this precise is rare from Alsace — delicacy and structure in equal measure.

New to wine?

One of Alsace's rarer sparkling styles — a great conversation piece for anyone curious about how a red grape makes a white wine.

Food Pairings

An excellent match for grilled oysters with a touch of spice, and works well as an aperitif or with poultry and fish in sauce.

When to drink it

Aperitif, oyster course, poultry dinners

Terroir & Winemaking

Made exclusively from Pinot Noir pressed as whole clusters (blanc de noirs method) to produce a white sparkling wine, using the traditional method.

About the producer

Alsace WillmHistoric Barr house with Grand Cru Kirchberg de Barr, first Alsace exporter to the US.Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can a white wine be made from a red grape?: Pinot Noir's juice is nearly colorless — by pressing the grapes gently and separating the juice from the skins quickly, Willm produces a white sparkling wine (blanc de noirs) without red pigment extraction.
What food pairs well?: Grilled oysters with a spicy touch, poultry, and fish in sauce are all excellent matches.
How is it different from the standard Crémant d'Alsace Brut?: It's made exclusively from Pinot Noir rather than a multi-grape blend, giving it a more red-fruited, savory character compared to the fresher, orchard-fruit profile of the classic Brut.

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