TASTING NOTES FOR Kilikanoon Loire Valley Sparkling Brut Vouvray NV

🍷 Appearance
Pale straw with youthful green highlights and a fine, persistent bead. Bright and elegant, showing classic méthode traditionnelle style.

👃 Aromas
Fresh and lifted, with lemon, green apple and pear supported by hints of cinnamon spice. Subtle yeasty and lightly toasty notes add complexity from extended lees ageing.

👅 Palate
Crisp and refreshing, delivering green apple, lemon curd and citrus flavours with excellent purity. The palate is lively yet balanced, combining fruit intensity with bright, zesty acidity.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Creamy and refined thanks to time on lees, with a fine mousse and smooth mouthfeel. The finish is clean, dry and persistent, with citrus, light spice and mineral freshness.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Loire Valley sparkling made from Chenin Blanc—fresh, vibrant and elegantly structured. Combines bright fruit, natural acidity and subtle complexity, making it a superb alternative to Champagne-style wines.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with oysters, fresh seafood, sushi, fried fish or light poultry dishes. Also excellent with soft cheeses or as an aperitif.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously smart sparkling—fresh, vibrant and beautifully balanced.
Perfect for mixed dozens and a great value French fizz that always delivers.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷