Lazar Pearl Blanc de Blanc, 2018, Tikves, North Macedonia

Description

Made with the Charmat method but with a whopping 2 years on the lees to really help with the texture and flavour profile. Watch out Prosecco, you have a new challenger...

About the wine

Crafted from hand-harvested Chardonnay, picked in small 20 kg crates, this Blanc de Blancs is a fine example of Lazar Winery’s dedication to quality and detail. Produced using the Charmat method, with just 1.5g of residual sugar and a limited run of 5,000 bottles, it offers a crisp, elegant expression of Macedonian terroir. Refined, refreshing, and made to elevate any occasion—this is Balkan fizz done right.

Tasting notes

This sparkling rosé shows a delicate pink hue with fine, elegant bubbles. The nose reveals ripe yellow apple, pear, stone fruit, and floral nuances, with added complexity from extended lees ageing—a hallmark of the Charmat method. On the palate, it is dry with a rich mousse, medium to high acidity, and a medium body, offering ripe fruit and a harmonious balance that leads to a vibrant, lingering finish.

About the winemaker

Lazar winery is always looking to find some special grapes for making of special and rare wines to bring to the consumers and Lazar Ristov is the best winemaker you haven't heard of - yet! We love to find awesome little wineries like this and share them with you, and once you have a taste you'll wonder why they weren't here sooner.

Hidden away in North Macedonia, a country steeped in rich winemaking history, Lazar Allure Cuvess are produced from specially selected vineyards from the village of Kurija in the Tikvesh wine region, one mile from the winery. These attractive wines have more structure of primary and secondary aromas, a dose of minerality, medium acidity, full body, well integrated alcohol.