Domaine Thet Cremant de Loire Extra Brut

Domaine Thét’s Crémant de Loire Extra Brut is a meticulously crafted, organic sparkling wine that captures the precision and mineral tension of Chenin Blanc grown on the Loire’s classic tuffeau limestone. The estate harvests by hand to ensure optimal ripeness and gentle handling before whole-cluster pressing. Primary fermentation occurs with native yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel to preserve varietal purity and amplify aromatics . The base wines then undergo the traditional-method secondary fermentation in bottle, followed by an extended élevage sur lie, up to 24 months, which builds fine mousse, savory depth, and a subtle brioche note while maintaining Chenin’s natural vibrancy. The Extra Brut dosage underscores the wine’s linear profile, allowing bright acidity and the region’s hallmark chalky minerality to shine. In the glass, it unfolds with layers of green apple, pear, quince, lemon zest, acacia blossom, and crushed stone, balanced by delicate autolytic complexity. Crisp, focused, and elegantly bone-dry, it shines as an aperitif but has the structure and energy to pair beautifully with oysters, delicate fish, fried chicken, creamy goat cheeses, and richer dishes that benefit from a cleansing acidity and lifting effervescence.