Grape variety: 100% Chenin.
Terroir: clay shale.

Vinification: Harvesting by hand into perforated crates. Separation of the first juices. Slow pressing, gradual increase in pressure. Traditional method (first fermentation in a vat, second fermentation in the bottle). Aged on laths. Disgorging with no added sugar.

Wine profile: A 100% Chenin Crémant de Loire, one of the finest champagne methods in France. The freshness, intensity and Chenin character make this crémant a gold standard for lovers of sparkling wines.

Tasting note: The nose is lively and slightly austere, forthright like a Chenin.
This cuvée expresses lovely fresh, mineral, aromatic and slightly fruit-forward notes that linger on the palate. A 100% Chenin dry sparkling wine, just the way we like it. A 100% Chenin dry sparkling wine, just the way we like it.

L’article Canon Brut – Le Chenin est apparu en premier sur Domaine Les Canons.

Grape variety: 100% Chenin.
Terroir: clay shale.

Vinification: Harvesting by hand into perforated crates. Separation of the first juices. Slow pressing, gradual increase in pressure. Traditional method (first fermentation in a vat, second fermentation in the bottle). Aged on laths. Disgorging with no added sugar.

Wine profile: A 100% Chenin Crémant de Loire, one of the finest champagne methods in France. The freshness, intensity and Chenin character make this crémant a gold standard for lovers of sparkling wines.

Tasting note: The nose is lively and slightly austere, forthright like a Chenin.
This cuvée expresses lovely fresh, mineral, aromatic and slightly fruit-forward notes that linger on the palate. A 100% Chenin dry sparkling wine, just the way we like it.

L’article Canon Brut – Le Chenin est apparu en premier sur Domaine Les Canons.

Grape variety: 100% Gamay.

Terroir: Sandy-loam

Harvest: Mechanical

Vinification: Vatting of the destemmed grapes, no stalks to prevent vegetal aromas.
Short cold maceration to preserve the fruit and the beautiful color. Carbon dioxide protection. Slight pumping over to obtain a beautiful tannin and a fine structure then devatting and maturing in stainless steel vats.

Wine profile: Our Gamay is distinguished by its peppery notes that showcase the freshness of the fruit characteristic of our Gamay de Loire.

Tasting note: The nose is fresh and slightly peppery, sprinkled with delicate candy notes. Light color. The palate is light with lovely ripe fruit, cherry and fresh red berries. The tannins are supple. An agreeable, easy-drinking wine.
PAIRING: This Gamay goes well with aperitifs, cold meats, grilled white meat, grilled firm-fleshed fish, fresh cheeses.

L’article Canon Rouge – Le Gamay est apparu en premier sur Domaine Les Canons.

Grape variety: 100% Sauvignon blanc.
Terroir: clay-gravel.
Harvesting: manual or mechanical depending on the quality of the vintage.

Vinification: Separation of the first juices. Protection of the juices with carbon dioxide, cold settling. Selection of the clear juices. Short vinification in stainless steel vats to preserve the fruit of the grape variety.

Wine profile: This light, fresh and fruity Sauvignon Blanc exudes notes of wild peach and pink grapefruit. A fine and crisp dry white wine.

Tasting note: A slightly floral, fresh fruit-forward nose with notes of grapefruit and citrus. Generous and finely crafted on the palate. A nice overall tension and a lovely long finish.
PAIRING: This cuvée will pair wonderfully with shellfish, oysters and white meat.

L’article Canon Blanc – Le Sauvignon est apparu en premier sur Domaine Les Canons.