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Marcel Martin

WINERY OVERVIEW

Marcel Martin has become synonymous with high quality Crémant de Loire at an affordable

price. This wine also has the distinction of being labeled “Tête de Cuvée,” which is produced

from the first pressing of the grapes.

LOCATION OF VINEYARD

The 74 acres (30 hectares) of vineyards that produce Marcel Martin are located in the Anjou

and Touraine regions of the Loire. The vineyards are planted with approximately 60% Chenin

Blanc, 20% Chardonnay, and 20% Cabernet Franc on a mixture of clay, limestone, and sand

with an average vine age of 20 years old.

WINEMAKING PHILOSOPHY

After hand harvesting, primary fermentation occurs in stainless tanks. Using the traditional

method, secondary fermentation occurs in the bottle. The “Tête de Cuvée” is aged for 18

months on the lees before being disgorged. This aging exceeds the minimum requirements for

this AOC, which is 12 months.

Owned by

:

Les Grands Chais de France

Winemaker

:

Marc Brieau

Founded in

:

1994

Region

:

Loire

Country

:

France

Wine

:

Marcel Martin, Crémant de Loire