Oddbird Sparkling Blanc de Blanc
Oddbird Blanc de Blancs is a dry, dealcoholized sparkling wine from Languedoc-Roussillon in southern France, made from Chardonnay and Colombard. Crisp Granny Smith apple, lemon peel and lime meet subtle honey and almond, with fine bubbles, bright acidity and a soft creaminess from extended aging on the lees. Fresh and elegant without being austere, it has considerably more texture and complexity than the average non-alcoholic sparkling wine.
Why We Love It
Oddbird has always approached non-alcoholic wine as wine first, and this bottle makes the case beautifully. The base wine is matured for 12 months on fine lees before the alcohol is gently removed at low temperature, helping preserve its aromatics and structure while developing a softer, creamier texture and subtle brioche character. We love the combination of tart apple, citrus, minerality and that little savory almond note. It's dry, grown-up and interesting enough to linger over rather than disappearing after the toast.
This bottle deserves the good snacks: oysters with mignonette, lobster with lemon butter, Dungeness crab, fried chicken, smoked salmon with crème fraîche, a mushroom and Gruyère tart, Parmesan gougères, or excellent potato chips with a bowl of something creamy for dipping.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Pale gold with fine bubbles
Nose: Granny Smith apple, lemon peel, lime, honey and almond
Palate: Crisp apple and citrus with bright acidity, fine bubbles and gentle creaminess
Finish: Clean, dry and refined
Grapes: Chardonnay, Colombard
Origin: Languedoc-Roussillon, France
Aging: 12 months on fine lees
ABV: 0.0%
Calories: 20.2 per 100ml
Sugar: 3.8g per 100ml
Vegan: Yes
Bottle Size: 750ml
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oddbird Blanc de Blancs non-alcoholic?
Yes. Oddbird Blanc de Blancs is a dealcoholized sparkling wine listed by Oddbird at 0.0% ABV.
Is Oddbird Blanc de Blancs dry or sweet?
It is dry. There is ripe orchard fruit and a subtle honeyed note, but bright acidity, citrus and minerality keep the overall profile crisp and balanced.
What does Oddbird Blanc de Blancs taste like?
Expect Granny Smith apple, lemon peel and lime with subtle honey and almond. Fine bubbles and bright acidity are balanced by a soft, creamy texture from extended lees aging.
What grapes are used in Oddbird Blanc de Blancs?
The current Oddbird bottling is made from Chardonnay and Colombard grown in Languedoc-Roussillon, France.
How is Oddbird Blanc de Blancs made?
The grapes are harvested early to retain acidity. After fermentation, the wine matures on fine lees for 12 months before the alcohol is removed using a low-temperature process designed to preserve aroma, texture and structure.
Is Oddbird Blanc de Blancs vegan?
Yes. The wine is listed as both vegan and vegetarian.
What foods pair well with Oddbird Blanc de Blancs?
The combination of fine bubbles, citrus and acidity makes it wonderful with seafood, fried foods and creamy or salty dishes. Try it with oysters, crab, lobster, fried chicken, smoked salmon or Gruyère.
