Domaine des Baumard ‘Carte Turquoise’ Cremant de Loire Brut NV

Winemaking

Domaine des Baumard is a historic estate in Rochefort-sur-Loire with deep roots in the region's winemaking tradition. The domaine has built its reputation on rigorous selection and a commitment to expressing the purity of Chenin Blanc and other Loire varieties, carrying forward generations of expertise in both still and sparkling wine production.

Tasting Notes

This Crémant opens with bright citrus and green apple aromatics, joined by delicate floral notes that speak to its Loire terroir. The palate is crisp and refined, with fine bubbles that feel seamless rather than aggressive, carrying subtle stone fruit and a whisper of brioche complexity that suggests careful aging on the lees. The finish is clean and mineral-driven, lingering pleasantly with the kind of precision you expect from a well-made sparkling wine.

Producer

Domaine des Baumard operates as a serious family estate committed to traditional methods and sustainable viticulture across its vineyard holdings in Rochefort-sur-Loire. The domaine's production of Crémant de Loire reflects the appellation's rising reputation for quality méthode champenoise sparkling wines that rival many Champagnes at a fraction of the price.

Terroir

The Crémant de Loire appellation sits along the middle Loire Valley, where the river's influence moderates the continental climate and creates ideal conditions for producing high-acidity wines suited to sparkling wine production. The region's diverse soils—ranging from schist and clay to limestone—impart minerality and complexity, particularly in Chenin Blanc-based blends that form the heart of the appellation's finest bottles.

Food Pairings

Serve this with oysters and lemon for a classic Loire pairing, or try it alongside sautéed scallops with brown butter and thyme. Its crisp acidity and mineral finish also make it a natural match for creamy cheeses like chèvre or aged Comté, or simply enjoy it as an aperitif on its own.