Cremant de Loire De Chanceny Brut NV

De Chanceny Cremant de Loire Brut is a first-class Traditional Method sparkling wine made by the excellent Caves de Saumur in Saint-Cyr-en-Bourg. The blend is dominated by Chenin Blanc with 20% Chardonnay and 15% Cabernet Franc. The 2nd fermentation occurs in bottle which adds to its depth of flavour and complexity. Each bottle is aged for 18 months before disgorgement in the caves tufa cellars which provide the perfect conditions for ageing sparkling wine. It is a vibrant and energetic sparkler with great freshness and structure along with delightful citrus, green fruit and floral notes, all held together by a marvellous richness.

De Chanceny is produced by the fantastic, dynamic Caves de Saumur, which is an incredibly forward-thinking, modern and quality-conscious co-operative. It was formed in 1947 and now produces a bewildering array of wines from a multitude of Loire Valley appellations. The popularity of Cremant wines over the past few years has been fantastic to see. They offer unrivalled value in comparison to Champagne and deliver more complex and richer flavours than your average Prosecco. We are constantly impressed by the quality and value that de Chanceny delivers.

The wines are aged for a minimum of 12 months and the production is focused on the Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc grape varieties. They are two of the most underrated and overlooked grape varieties in the world and here they produce characterful and joyful wines at humble prices. The cave puts a huge emphasis on sustainability with all its growers signing up to a charter with the aim of preserving biodiversity and water resources.