Bois-Mozé Blanc Tradition Crémant de Loire Brut NV

Grounded in the deep soils and enduring traditions of the Loire Valley, Domaine de Bois-Mozé was originally part of the Château de Monta­sbert estate as a farm growing fruit, grains, and grapevines, beginning to produce wine in the 17th century. By the early 20th century, it had emerged as a noteworthy winery in Anjou and employed many of the local families. In 1996, new ownership committed the property to a strict level of quality and respect for the land, with Mathilde Giraudet taking the winemaking helm in 2004 and further steering the domaine toward sustainability and innovation.

Since earning organic certification in 2017, Bois-Mozé has gone beyond organic farming by actively enhancing the estate’s biodiversity with re-planted hedgerows, nesting boxes for birds, and sheep grazing to support soil health and wildlife, turning the vineyard into more of a regenerative ecosystem than just a place to produce wine. Unlike many vineyards in the broader Anjou appellation that are planted on schist soils, Bois-Mozé’s vineyards sit on clay-limestone hillsides – a geological quirk that gives the wines a texture and minerality more reminiscent of Saumur wines, with a soft roundness and velvety minerality.

This 100% Chenin Blanc Crémant de Loire is produced with hand-harvested grapes that are gently pressed and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel before aging on the lees for 12 months. The nose is luminous, with apricot and peach mingling with brioche and floral aromas, before the inviting palate opens with lively and harmonious notes of quince, apple, lemon peel, and a touch of honeycomb carried by delicate, persistent bubbles. Its crisp acidity and searing minerality bring so much to the table – making it a particularly amazing choice to pair with food of all types (chicken and waffles is my first choice). For a hair under $20, this is a stunning sparkler to bring home in great quantities!