The J.DELMARE collection is a selection of the best terroirs in the communes of Saint-Melaine-sur-Aubance, near Angers, and Parnay, near Saumur. These schistose-clay and limestone-clay soils give our crémants great finesse. Hand-harvested, the Crémants de Loire from the J.DELMARE collection are made entirely on the estate.
Presentation
Presentation
J.DELMARE wines are made using the “Traditional” Champagne method, and benefit from exceptional ageing conditions in the troglodyte cellars dug into the rock at Château de Parnay.
Location
Parnay
Terroir
Clay, limestone and sandy soils.
Winemaking
Traditional method.
Ageing
Aged on the lees during 26 months, 0 dosage.
Varietals
Grolleau : 40%
Chardonnay : 30%
Chenin ou chenin blanc : 30%
Chardonnay : 30%
Chenin ou chenin blanc : 30%
Advice
Serving
10°C/48°F
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
The complex nose combines the freshness of the Chardonnay grape (apples and acacia flowers) with the density of the Chenin (peaches and apricots) and the complexity of dried candied fruits and a hint of brioche. It gradually reveals itself and asserts itself with tenacity throughout the tasting.
Food pairings
As an aperitif on its own or with hot mild cheese puffs, crab brioche rolls, smoked salmon toast, hot and cold truffled poultry.
