From Sparrow’s sparkling and Champagne list, the Louis Armand Champagne is an excellent value for a true Premier Cru Champagne, a genuine bottle of grower-style French Champagne that overdelivers ($120 by the bottle).
About Louis Armand Champagne
Louis Armand is a non-vintage Brut from the Champagne region of France, and it carries the Premier Cru designation, a classification that reflects the quality ranking of the villages where the grapes are grown. Maison Louis Armand is a family-run house based in Mareuil-sur-Ay, in the heart of Champagne, with a long winemaking tradition behind it. This bottling is a classic three-grape Champagne blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, the trio that gives Champagne its balance of freshness, body, and roundness. What makes it such a smart choice on our list is the combination of real Premier Cru pedigree with an approachable price, the kind of bottle that lets you enjoy serious Champagne without saving it only for the biggest occasions. It is a wine we love sharing with Eastside neighbors who want the real thing.
Tasting Notes
As the menu describes, very fine bubbles carry flavors of bright lemon, apple, brioche, and just a touch of honey. It is dry and elegant, with the fine mousse and gentle bready depth that mark good traditional-method Champagne. The menu calls it a perfect pairing with Osetra caviar, which tells you everything about its refined, mineral-edged style.
What to Pair It With
Beyond caviar, this is a graceful partner for seafood and lighter plates. From the Sparrow menu, pour it with Fresh Oysters, the Tuna Tartare, the Scallops and Prosciutto, or the Wild Alaskan Halibut. It is also lovely with weekend brunch and the Truffle Deviled Eggs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louis Armand Champagne?
It is a non-vintage Premier Cru Brut Champagne from France, made by the family house Maison Louis Armand. It is a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, and it is known as an excellent value for true Premier Cru Champagne.
How much is Louis Armand Champagne at Sparrow in Kirkland?
Louis Armand Champagne is $120 by the bottle at Sparrow in Kirkland, one of the best Champagne values on our list.
Find it on the Sparrow beverages menu near the Veuve Clicquot and the Lightning Rock Sparkling. We are in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, so reserve a table and raise a glass.