NV Louis de Grenelle Crémant de Loire Brut, Loire Valley, France
ABOUT THIS WINE
A blend of 34% Chenin Blanc, 33% Chardonnay, and 33% Cabernet Franc. Aged sur lie for 18-24 months. Grapes sourced from organically certified vineyards.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Each great House is born from expertise that has been passed down as a precious secret from generation to generation. A descendant of Houses Tessier (1859) and then Bassereau (1942), Maison Louis de Grenelle has passionately carried the emotion that its wines have aroused for more than a century and a half. It is the very last family owned house in Saumur and has chosen to keep putting its faith in the cellars carved out of tuffeau to protect the “fines bulles” sparkling wines that it crafts with delicate, refined and complex styles.
In 1976, visionary winemaker Hubert Bodet and two business partners took over a cellar in decline contrary to everyone's advice. However, time would eventually prove those who “Dare, work and never give up” (X.Dolan) right.
In 2009, Hubert Bodet handed over the reins to his daughter, Françoise Flao, who has been involved in the management of the company since 1983, and his son-in-law, Jean Pierre Flao, so they could instil their passion and breathe new life into proceedings.
Also inheriting a long-term vision, Françoise Flao plans for the future by focusing on leveraging the artisanal expertise of the winemakers while incorporating touches of modernity and innovation. She continues to favour the path of quality, reinforcing the distinctive Louis de Grenelle style over the years without ever compromising the spirit of the House, which forges close bonds with and helps growers.
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ABOUT THIS WINE
A blend of 34% Chenin Blanc, 33% Chardonnay, and 33% Cabernet Franc. Aged sur lie for 18-24 months. Grapes sourced from organically certified vineyards.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Each great House is born from expertise that has been passed down as a precious secret from generation to generation. A descendant of Houses Tessier (1859) and then Bassereau (1942), Maison Louis de Grenelle has passionately carried the emotion that its wines have aroused for more than a century and a half. It is the very last family owned house in Saumur and has chosen to keep putting its faith in the cellars carved out of tuffeau to protect the “fines bulles” sparkling wines that it crafts with delicate, refined and complex styles.
In 1976, visionary winemaker Hubert Bodet and two business partners took over a cellar in decline contrary to everyone's advice. However, time would eventually prove those who “Dare, work and never give up” (X.Dolan) right.
In 2009, Hubert Bodet handed over the reins to his daughter, Françoise Flao, who has been involved in the management of the company since 1983, and his son-in-law, Jean Pierre Flao, so they could instil their passion and breathe new life into proceedings.
Also inheriting a long-term vision, Françoise Flao plans for the future by focusing on leveraging the artisanal expertise of the winemakers while incorporating touches of modernity and innovation. She continues to favour the path of quality, reinforcing the distinctive Louis de Grenelle style over the years without ever compromising the spirit of the House, which forges close bonds with and helps growers.
