Champalou Vouvray Petillant Methode Traditionnelle Brut, Loire, France
Champalou Vouvray Petillant Methode Traditionnelle Brut, Loire, France
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Delicate yet deeply expressive, the Champalou Vouvray Pétillant Méthode Traditionnelle Brut is a refined sparkling wine born from the heart of the Loire Valley. Crafted with intention by the Champalou family, Catherine, Didier, and their daughter Céline, this Chenin Blanc-driven cuvée captures the soul of Vouvray's clay-limestone soils and the family's unwavering commitment to sustainable viticulture and artisanal winemaking.
Product Details:
- Winemakers: Catherine Champalou, Didier Champalou, Céline Champalou
- Varietal: 100% Chenin Blanc
- Alcohol: 12%
- Vine Age: 20 years (average)
- Soil Type: Clay and limestone
- Vineyard Area: 3.5 hectares
- Farming: Sustainable
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Vinification:
- Grapes harvested by hand in the early morning
- Fermented in stainless steel and aged on fine lees
- Blended from three different vintages
- Secondary fermentation in bottle (méthode traditionnelle)
- Aged sur lattes for 2 years before disgorgement
- Maximum residual sugar: 3 g/L
Sensory Description:
Aromatically rich yet impeccably balanced, this sparkling wine opens with delicate floral notes, ripe orchard fruit, and hints of sesame and hazelnut. The fine mousse and vibrant acidity lend it a creamy mouthfeel with lifted minerality, while the bone-dry finish leaves a savory impression of chalk and almond. Elegant, subtle, and remarkably food-friendly, this is an artisanal alternative to Champagne that reflects the singular charm of Loire Chenin Blanc.
Awards & Accolades:
- 2 Stars, Coup de Cœur – Le Guide Hachette des Vins (2025)
- 1 Star – Le Guide Hachette des Vins (2023, 2022, 2007, 1999, 1998)
- 2 Stars – Le Guide Hachette des Vins (2019, 2005)
Winemaker's Background:
Champalou is a multigenerational family estate rooted in the traditions of Vouvray, where Catherine (12th generation) and Didier (6th generation) established their own domaine in the 1980s. Their vision was to produce terroir-expressive wines in a region historically dominated by sparkling production. By prioritizing sustainability, low-intervention methods, and bottling all their wines on site, they’ve helped redefine the standards of Vouvray. Céline Champalou, having trained across the globe, from New Zealand to Canada, joined the domaine in 2006, continuing the family’s commitment to independent, quality-driven winemaking.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve chilled at 8–10°C (46–50°F). This sparkling Vouvray is perfect as an aperitif, yet versatile enough to accompany everything from shellfish and fresh cheeses to poultry dishes and fruit-based desserts. The combination of creamy texture and mineral drive makes it a standout at any celebration or refined pairing table.
Champalou Vouvray Pétillant Méthode Traditionnelle Brut is a stunning representation of Loire sparkling, elegant, expressive, and crafted with heart by a family rooted in tradition and innovation.

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