This cuvee is emblematic of our know-how in producing fine, sparkling Loire wines according to the Méthode Traditionnelle.
Presentation
Location
Our cuvée is made from grapes grown on selected southern plots near Saumur.
Terroir
The clay-limestone terroir promotes perfect ripening and ageing in our tuffeau chalk cellars gives this cuvée its superb freshness, fruit, and character.
Vinification
Hand picking, gentle pressing, and cool fermentation (18°C) ensure that all the aromas are preserved. Second fermentation in bottle of a selection of the best wines, according to the Méthode Traditionnelle.
Ageing
The bottles are stored horizontally on wooden laths in our tuffeau cellars for a minimum of 12 to 16 months before disgorging, to develop an incomparably fine bead.
Varietal
Cabernet franc : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 12.5 % vol.
Advice
Serving
Enjoy chilled (8-10°C).
Visual appearance
Lovely pink colour with brilliant highlights. Fine, persistent bead.
At nose
Freshness and finesse: fine, lively bouquet with fresh, red-berry fruit aromas (wild strawberries and cherries).
On the palate
Lively initial impression on the palate and good aromatic intensity. Well-balanced on the palate, following through with a fresh, wonderfully subtle aftertaste).
Food pairings
Enjoy as an aperitif (quiches & savoury cakes), with desserts (red-berry fruit sorbet, chocolate tart, dried-fruit desserts, with honey or red-berry fruit), or simply for pleasure.
