Crémant de Loire “Méthode Traditionnelle Brut”
Nicolas Idiart
The Vines
Chenin Blanc (mainly), Chardonnay, Grolleau, & Cabernet Franc
Terroir
AOC since 1975, the Crémant de Loire area enjoys a blend of temperate/maritime and continental climates, and the terroir comprises a wide variety of soils including sand, chalk, clay/limestone, schist, and granite.
Vinification
Grapes are harvested by hand. This wine is vinified by the traditional method. It undergoes at 18 months on lees.
Tasting Notes
The robe is a pale yellow with a glimmer of green. It has notes of white-fleshed fruits, particularly apple, alongside hazelnuts and almonds. It is fresh, light and elegant on the palate.
Food Pairings
This wine pairs beautifully with seafood and fresh fish or can be enjoyed as an aperitif.