Maison Antech, Crémant De Limoux Rosé, Cuvée Françoise, Languedoc, France

Producer Profile

For over five centuries, Maison Antech has tamed the magical terroir of Limoux to make fine sparkling wines.

The secret of their character lies in the combination of Limoux’s three very different terroirs, which form the backbone of the cuvées: freshness from the Pyrenees, vinosity from the Atlantic Ocean, and roundness from the Mediterranean. Here, Mauzac and other local grape varieties are cultivated, each bringing their own complexity and purity to the wines. This cuvée is named after Francoise, a member of the sixth generation of the family, in celebration of her strong character and the part she plays in guarding shaping the future of the domaine.

Viticulture

Antech produce high-quality, authentic sparkling wines under the sustainability philosophy of Terra Vitis since 2013. Adopting the most sympathetic approach to viticulture, they also work to recover any waste, reduce energy consumption and work with like-minded sustainable suppliers across all aspects of production.

Winemaking

Exclusively hand-harvested grapes are immediately pressed and the finest juice is fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. After blending and second fermentation, the wine is stored sur lattes for 18 months to develop additional complexity and character.

Tasting Note

A delicately pink Crémant de Limoux with bright fruit and integrated bubbles. The nose opens up to a bouquet of red summer berries and cherry blossom, which follows through on the palate, finishing with juicy strawberry fruit and clean acidity.

Food Matching

A versatile fizz, beautiful as an aperitif with canapés, smoked salmon and lighter dishes.