TASTING NOTES for De Chanceny Cremant de Loire Sparkling Brut Loire Valley France NV

🍷 Appearance
Pale straw with golden highlights. Fine, persistent bubbles rise steadily, forming an elegant, creamy mousse.

👃 Aromas
Fresh and refined, with citrus, green apple and pear leading the nose.
Floral notes from Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay combine with subtle hints of toast and brioche, adding complexity.

👅 Palate
Crisp and lively on entry, showing green apple, citrus and white peach flavours.
A fine balance of bright acidity and gentle lees influence brings notes of pastry and nuttiness, with excellent freshness and finesse.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Light to medium-bodied with a fine, creamy mousse.
Clean, refreshing finish with lingering citrus, orchard fruits and a subtle biscuity note.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Crémant de Loire—fresh, elegant and beautifully balanced.
Combines the finesse of traditional method sparkling with an approachable, fruit-driven style.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect as an aperitif or with fresh seafood, oysters and prawns. Also pairs beautifully with light canapés, soft cheeses and roast chicken.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive sparkling that delivers Champagne-like finesse at outstanding value.
Ideal for mixed dozens where you want a premium-feel sparkling that overdelivers in both quality and drinkability.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷