2018 Chateau Moncontour Predilection Vouvray Brut

In preparation for the Hong Kong Le GourMay France’s theme of Loire Valley, I went to look for a fruity, refreshing sparkling wine from Loire Valley.  This coincides with my personal desire to look for the best representative of the five best regions for sparkling wines in France. Loire Valley makes the one of the best sparkling wines outside of Champagne using traditional method.  I found this gem from Chateau Moncontour in Vouvray - it is one of the oldest Chateau in Loire valley.  

Compared to 2017, 2018 is a warmer vintage. The warmer weather elevates the floral and fruit profile to another level. 

- Olivia, PENTICTON

Product Details

• 100% Chenin Blanc
• AOC Vouvray
• Brut, 12g/l
• Vine age, 10-45 years
• Traditional (Champagne) method. Rested for 18 months to enrich the texture
• Best to serve at 6 degrees 

They love it too !

• 92 / 100 Wine Enthusiast 2015 - "The beautiful apple aromas lead to a delicious wine. It has honey, creamed apple and spice flavors, cut through with acidity as well as almonds. The wine is ripe, balancing its crisp texture with richer fruits. Drink this wine now."