Maison de Grande Esprit L'etre Magique Cremant de Bourgogne

Maison de Grand Esprit L'être Magique Crémant de Bourgogne is a traditional method sparkling wine from Burgundy, France, bottled at 12% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Awarded 92 points by Decanter, which praised its "refined and elegant" character, this cuvée blends three classic Burgundian grapes and spends 12 months aging on its lees — delivering a sparkling wine that consistently punches above its price tier.

Quick Facts: ABV: 12%  |  Origin: Burgundy, France  |  Crémant de Bourgogne AOC  |  Producer: Maison de Grand Esprit (Treasury Wine Estates)

Production & Heritage

Maison de Grand Esprit is a French wine project developed under Treasury Wine Estates, the Australian-headquartered global wine company. Rather than anchoring itself to a single sub-region, the brand sources wines across several premier French appellations — Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhône, and Provence — while adhering to each region's traditional winemaking methods. L'être Magique is built from a blend of 60% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir, and 20% Gamay, produced using the méthode traditionnelle (the same secondary in-bottle fermentation employed in Champagne). The wine ages on its lees for a minimum of 12 months, developing the biscuity depth and fine mousse that distinguish serious Crémant from simple sparkling alternatives.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with white nectarine and baked apple, followed by gentle waves of almond, praline, and a floral lift. As the wine breathes, Decanter's noted toasted almond character becomes more pronounced alongside a faint marzipan undercurrent.

Taste: On the entry, bright citrus — tangerine and lemon blossom, as The Tasting Panel described — leads to a creamy mid-palate anchored by ripe apple and hints of yogurt-like tang. James Suckling, who scored it 90 points, highlighted the apple-and-cream core that defines the palate. The Chardonnay-driven structure keeps everything focused while the Pinot Noir and Gamay add subtle red-fruit depth.

Finish: Medium in length with a clean, zesty sign-off and lingering notes of toasted almond and lemon pith. A silky effervescence carries through the finale, leaving a subtle creaminess that invites the next sip.

How to Drink L'être Magique

Serve well chilled, between 6–8°C (43–46°F), in a tulip-shaped glass that concentrates its delicate aromatics better than a wide coupe. This Crémant is genuinely enjoyable on its own as an apéritif, but its balanced acidity and rounded texture make it a versatile cocktail base. A Kir Royal — adding a measure of crème de cassis — plays beautifully off the wine's baked apple and almond notes. In a French 75, the Crémant's citrus brightness and fine mousse stand up to gin and lemon without being overwhelmed. For a lighter option, a Bellini made with white peach purée amplifies L'être Magique's natural stone-fruit character.

Best For

• Hosting a celebratory dinner without the Champagne price tag
• Gifting to a wine enthusiast who appreciates traditional method sparkling
• Serving as an apéritif at brunch or garden gatherings
• Building an affordable collection of award-winning French sparkling wines

Frequently Asked Questions

What does L'être Magique taste like? L'être Magique leads with bright apple and citrus flavors, followed by a creamy mid-palate of praline and toasted almond, finishing clean and zesty with fine, persistent bubbles.

How does L'être Magique compare to Parigot et Richard Crémant de Bourgogne? Both are traditional method Crémant de Bourgogne wines using similar Burgundian grapes, but L'être Magique incorporates 20% Gamay alongside its Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, adding a subtle red-fruit dimension. Parigot et Richard is a more established, family-run Burgundy house, while Maison de Grand Esprit operates as a multi-region French wine brand under Treasury Wine Estates.

Is L'être Magique good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — the 12 months of lees aging gives the wine enough texture and complexity to stand on its own as an apéritif, and critics including Decanter (92 points) and James Suckling (90 points) have praised its balance and elegance.

Where is L'être Magique made? L'être Magique is produced in the Burgundy region of eastern France under the Crémant de Bourgogne appellation, which governs traditional method sparkling wines made within Burgundy's designated wine-growing areas.

What foods pair well with L'être Magique? Soft-ripened cheeses like Brie or Chaource complement the wine's creamy texture. Smoked salmon or cured trout play against its bright acidity. Roasted chicken with tarragon mirrors its herbal-citrus notes. Almond-based pastries or fruit tarts echo the toasted almond and baked apple character. Light shellfish dishes — oysters, shrimp — match the wine's clean minerality.

What sizes does L'être Magique come in? L'être Magique Crémant de Bourgogne is available in the standard 750ml bottle format.

Is L'être Magique worth the price? L'être Magique positions as a value-driven alternative to Champagne, delivering traditional method production and 12 months of lees aging at a fraction of the cost. With a Decanter score of 92 points and a CWSA Double Gold medal, it consistently over-delivers for its entry-level price tier within the Crémant de Bourgogne category.

Why L'être Magique?

Among Crémant de Bourgogne wines at this price level, few carry the critical endorsement that L'être Magique has accumulated — 92 points from Decanter, 92 points from The Tasting Panel, 90 points from James Suckling, and a CWSA Double Gold. The three-grape blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Gamay gives it a broader flavor spectrum than the many Crémant bottlings that rely on Chardonnay alone. Twelve months on lees is the minimum for the appellation, yet the wine punches above that baseline with genuine biscuity depth and a mousse fine enough to rival entry-level Champagne. For anyone seeking a serious French sparkling wine without the prestige markup, this bottle makes a compelling case on merit alone.