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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