(2025) From the Artisans Partisans, this is a zero dosage, organic sparkling wine made from 100% Mauzac. It was aged on the lees for 12 months, the fruit from limestone soils at 350 metres altitude. Limoux lays claim to making the world's first intentionally sparkling wines. The nose is fresh, herby and crisp, some nutty apple and a lightly bruised fruit quality comes through. The colour has the merest hint of bronze, and bubbles are moderate, but the palate is sparky-fresh, with light smoky mineral notes and zipping, obviously bone-dry, freshness. Very appealing in a bracing, vivid style.