Clos de l'Ecotard - Saumur - Brut - Blanc - 2021

Wine:

The 2021 Saumur Brut from Clos de l'Ecotard, crafted primarily from Chenin Blanc and accented with Grolleau Gris and Cabernet Franc from vines moving towards organic farming, is a standout example of traditional sparkling wine production. It has been aged for 24 months on the lees without any added dosage, creating a sparkling wine with a clear, golden hue and vibrant bubbles, ideal for festive occasions. The addition of red grape varietals subtly enhances its roundness. With just 6,000 bottles produced annually, this Saumur Brut represents elegance and accessibility, offering a truly memorable sparkling experience.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, 50-year-old vines, traditional vinification method, aged 24 months on laths. No dosage.
Disgorgement November 2023.

Parcels in organic conversion.

Color:

Light gold, fine, dynamic bubbles.

Nose:

A fresh, uncluttered expression of the Chenin grape variety, with lovely lemony notes punctuated by almond scents.

Palate:

This wine's gourmet, elegant and affordable profile is ideal for aperitifs!

Temperature:

Serve between 8 and 10°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Ideal as an aperitif, with seafood and fried fish or vegetable tempura.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2026

Established in 2011 by Michel Chevré, a former vineyard manager with Thierry Germain, Clos de l’Ecotard is a standout in the Loire Valley. Michel, alongside his son Thibaud, shapes some of the region's most pristine and brilliant wines, adhering to certified organic practices and biodynamic principles. Their wines, celebrated for their precision and masterful aging in barrels or amphoras, truly embody the essence of their terroir.

Awarded 2 stars by the RVF Guide, this winery has made a remarkable impression. Both its whites and reds exude an enchanting purity, meticulously crafted. Wine enthusiasts eagerly compete to acquire these sought-after bottles.