{"title":"Bouvet Ladubay | Saumur","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Bovet_Laduby_Cellars.jpg?v=1764193665\" alt=\"Bouvet Ladubay's Cellars in Saumer\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eFor over 170 years, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003eBouvet Ladubay\u003c\/b\u003e has stood as a towering pioneer of traditional method sparkling wine in France's historic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"133\"\u003eLoire Valley\u003c\/b\u003e. Founded in 1851 in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"166\"\u003eSaumur\u003c\/b\u003e by the visionary couple Étienne Bouvet and Célestine Ladubay, this illustrious house embodies a commitment to quality, value, and history that few producers across the globe can match. Often lauded as the definitive alternative to Champagne, the estate offers world-class fizz that rivals its northern neighbours but at a fraction of the cost, making it a firm favourite among everyday drinkers and wine lovers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe success of the range is deeply rooted in its spectacular location and time-honoured production methods. The winery is housed above an incredible underground network featuring eight kilometres of majestic tunnels and galleries carved directly into the soft, porous \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"268\"\u003eTuffeau limestone\u003c\/b\u003e. These subterranean caves, originally excavated as ancient quarry sites, maintain a completely natural, constant cool temperature and perfect humidity. This creates the absolute ideal environment for the slow, quiet secondary fermentation and extended bottle ageing that defines great sparkling wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eBy working harmoniously with local varieties like Chenin Blanc, the estate coaxes remarkable freshness, structure, and fine, persistent bubbles out of every bottle. The resulting wines are clean, elegant, and wonderfully expressive of their unique \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"248\"\u003eSaumur\u003c\/b\u003e terroir. Whether you are celebrating a grand occasion or simply elevating a quiet evening at home, this collection delivers premium French craftsmanship and unmatched value without any of the stuffy wine trade pretension.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bouvet-ladubay-excellence-cremant-de-loire-nv","title":"Bouvet Ladubay 'Excellence' Crémant de Loire NV","description":"\u003cp\u003eBouvet Ladubay is one of the most historic and largest sparkling wine houses in the Loire Valley, tracing its roots back to 1851. Their Excellence Crémant de Loire is their signature bottling, delivering world-class quality and finesse that rivals many Champagnes, but at a fraction of the cost. It is a fantastic example of the quality achievable in the heart of Saumur. This wine is made using the exact same time-consuming process as Champagne whereby the second fermentation takes place inside the bottle to create the fine, natural bubbles. The blend is based on the region's noble white grapes: Chenin Blanc (for freshness, structure, and minerality) and Chardonnay (for finesse and elegance). Pale gold in colour with a delicate, persistent stream of fine bubbles. The nose is bright and inviting with aromas of crisp green apple, white peach, acacia flower, and a hint of fresh baked bread. Clean and refreshing, with vibrant acidity and soft, creamy bubbles, the palate offers pure orchard fruit notes and a dry, persistent finish. 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The 1851 Rosé is made from the Cabernet Franc grape variety (often blended with a small amount of Grolleau), the key red grape of the Loire, which lends this Rosé a much more delicate, crisp red-fruit profile than many other sparkling Rosés. Delicate salmon pink in colour with elegant, persistent bubbles, the 1851 Rosé displays attractive aromas of fresh red berries, notably raspberry and wild strawberry, complemented by subtle notes of vineyard peach and a touch of rose petal. Clean, racy, and dry, the palate mirrors the nose with juicy red fruit, excellent acidity, and a creamy texture that carries through to a long, refreshing finish. 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