Château de Brézé Saumur Brut Blanc Chenin Blanc - Méthode Traditionelle
Country: France Region: Loire
Grape: Chenin Blanc Vintage: N/V
Category: White Wine Style: Sparkling
Producer: Château de Brézé
Château de Brézé is a unique historical monument built between the 11th and 19th centuries. It is actually a castle under which a complete fortress was dug out of the rocks. This was for protection against invasions such as those by the Vikings. It has one of the deepest dry moats in Europe. Under the castle, there are 3 km of tunnels and rooms. These were among the first known protection bunkers in history. They house historical bakeries, stables, dormitories, kitchens, a barrel room, and even a silkworm farm. For that alone, it is definitely worth a visit. The above-ground castle is built in a beautiful neo-Gothic architectural style. The current owners, the Count and Countess of Colbert, are still restoring it. With Vignobles Colbert, they produce a range of equally magnificent wines under the Saumur Champigny appellation. Thus, Château de Brézé is one of the major attractions of the region. The vineyards stretch around the estate and are among the best in Saumur.
Tasting Notes:
Bright, clear light yellow color with wonderfully fine bubbles. Fresh, delicate nose with impressions of white and yellow stone fruits typical of Chenin. Dry, lively start with a finesse that many Champagnes would envy. Refined hints of fruit and blossom are complemented by a tight and dry mouthfeel. Excellent as an aperitif!
Flavorful and dry aperitif. Delicious with various tapas, oysters, or other shellfish.
- climate
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Mild continental climate with maritime influences. Crisp, relatively dry winters and warm, relatively dry summers.
- soil
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Soil of sand and loam. No use of chemical pesticides. Limited yield to increase concentration.
- vinification
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100% Chenin Blanc. Manual harvest. Cold fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Then undergoes second fermentation (prise de mousse) in the bottle. Aged on lees for 60 months before disgorging. Brut dosage.
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Country: France Region: Loire
Grape: Chenin Blanc Vintage: N/V
Category: White Wine Style: Sparkling
Producer: Château de Brézé
Château de Brézé is a unique historical monument built between the 11th and 19th centuries. It is actually a castle under which a complete fortress was dug out of the rocks. This was for protection against invasions such as those by the Vikings. It has one of the deepest dry moats in Europe. Under the castle, there are 3 km of tunnels and rooms. These were among the first known protection bunkers in history. They house historical bakeries, stables, dormitories, kitchens, a barrel room, and even a silkworm farm. For that alone, it is definitely worth a visit. The above-ground castle is built in a beautiful neo-Gothic architectural style. The current owners, the Count and Countess of Colbert, are still restoring it. With Vignobles Colbert, they produce a range of equally magnificent wines under the Saumur Champigny appellation. Thus, Château de Brézé is one of the major attractions of the region. The vineyards stretch around the estate and are among the best in Saumur.
Tasting Notes:
Bright, clear light yellow color with wonderfully fine bubbles. Fresh, delicate nose with impressions of white and yellow stone fruits typical of Chenin. Dry, lively start with a finesse that many Champagnes would envy. Refined hints of fruit and blossom are complemented by a tight and dry mouthfeel. Excellent as an aperitif!
Flavorful and dry aperitif. Delicious with various tapas, oysters, or other shellfish.
- climate
-
Mild continental climate with maritime influences. Crisp, relatively dry winters and warm, relatively dry summers.
- soil
-
Soil of sand and loam. No use of chemical pesticides. Limited yield to increase concentration.
- vinification
-
100% Chenin Blanc. Manual harvest. Cold fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Then undergoes second fermentation (prise de mousse) in the bottle. Aged on lees for 60 months before disgorging. Brut dosage.
