At present, Monmousseau is one of the leading producers of sparkling wines in Touraine. This formerly family owned business started in 1886 is now in owned by the Ackerman group since 2018 who are contining to produce remarkable quality and value “Methode Traditionnelle” sparkling wines from the various central Loire Valley appellations. Production and ageing is carried out in 15kms of transformed limestone quarries left abandoned after yielding the stone used to build many of the famous Chateaux of the area. The cellar maintains a constant temperature of 12°C and perfect humidity for the aging of sparkling wines. Over time still wines have been added to the range and these are also produced in a fresh, pure, fruit forward style. Monousseau’s continued drive for quality combines both modern and traditional techniques, including the “Methode Traditionnelle”, which ensures wines are aged in a horizontal position for over two years following secondary fermentation.

N.V. Veuve Laperrière blanc de blancs Brut
"Quality sparkling wine not to be missed - for anything" | Decanter Magazine
FIVE STARS 93/100 | Sam Kim  "A gorgeous wine... A fabulous alternative to Champagne."
Veuve Laperrière is produced by Maison Ackerman. Founded in 1811, they are the oldest sparkling wine company in France's famed Loire Valley, with 200 years of winemaking experience.  
100% Chardonnay, it is a richly weighted, creamy fizz with lovely fresh stone fruits and zesty citrus on the palate. It's really clean and refreshing but some yeasty / brioche notes bring a more serious side into play. The finish is long, dry and very satisfying.

N.V. Brut Etoile
70% Chenin blanc, 30% Chardonnay. Aged for up to 18 months on lees, this method traditional sparkling shows excellent finesse of mousse and purity of fruit with pear, almond and fig notes. The wine has a long fine consistent bead of bubbles. Stunning value for such quality and a perfectly refreshing aperitif style.

N.V. Brut Etoile Rosé
Made from a majority of Cabernet Franc with a little Gamay and also Carignan. Aged for up to 18 months on lees, this method traditional sparkling shows excellent finesse of mousse and purity of strawberry aromas and red fruits with finesse and great refreshment. The wine has a long fine consistent bead of bubbles. Great value for such quality.

N.V. Touraine Brut Cuvée J.M.
80% Chenin blanc and 20% Chardonnay aged for up to 3 years on lees at 12c. This wine opens with notes of freshly cut apples. Excellent freshness showing a good depth of fruit flavours backed by gently toasted honey and hazelnut notes. Framed by a good line of acidity the palate has depth and character and makes for either an excellent aperitif or to accompany many dishes throughout the meal.

2021 Touraine Sauvignon Blanc
100% Sauvignon Blanc from Touraine in the central Loire around Cheverny. From fruit grown on richer soils that are still on a limestone base giving the wines good freshness and body. Shows bright and clear Sauvignon Blanc character without any grassy, herbaceous notes. Lees ageing adds a little texture and complexity, resulting in a wine of great value.