Crémant is the term used in France to denote sparkling wines made using the traditional method, primarily produced in Alsace, Burgundy, Loire, and other regions of France. The grapes used to create these exquisite sparkling wines are the same ones used to produce still wines of their respective appellations. However, an exception is the Loire, where Sauvignon is not considered suitable for sparkling wines, and the principal grape of Crémant de Loire is Chenin Blanc, with its aromas of lemon, quince, pear, and chamomile. The Crémant de Alsace, although it can be single-varietal, is generally a blend based on Pinot Blanc, soft and expansive like the Crémant d'Alsace Brut Gustave Lorentz (91 pt WE). From Burgundy come the Crémant de Bourgogne, based on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, closer to Champagne, and when Pinot Noir dominates, floral and fruity notes of great charm and elegance emerge.