THANKS TO THE DEMANDING EXPERTISE BEHIND ITS APPELLATION, CRÉMANT DE LOIRE COMBINES DELICATE BUBBLES WITH A UNIQUE AROMATIC FINESSE.
Whether it is to enjoy life’s simple pleasures or celebrate special occasions, this French sparkling wine is therefore ideal for entertaining. But more specifically, which Crémant should you choose to accompany the different dishes of your lunch or dinner, depending on your recipes and ingredients? Explore these food and wine pairing suggestions to find the perfect bottle to share with your guests…
Which Crémant should be served as an aperitif?
To elevate life’s simple moments — starting with a warm and informal aperitif shared with friends or family — nothing compares to a Crémant de Loire Brut. Langlois Brut Réserve, which embodies the signature style of our Maison year after year, stands out as a reliable choice. Its aromas of white flowers and delicate palate pair beautifully with a wide variety of dishes and appetisers. For the same reasons, this Brut Crémant crafted in Saumur also makes an excellent gift wine when invited to a meal with friends or family.
If you would like to bring a touch of originality to the aperitif, Langlois Brut Rosé is another particularly distinctive option. The radiant colour of this rosé Crémant is sure to surprise your guests. Its refreshing bubbles awaken the palate, while its generous aromas leave a lasting impression. It pairs stylishly, for example, with convivial sharing platters featuring fine Italian cured meats such as speck or coppa.
Which Crémant should you choose for starters and the main course?
With fish and seafood
When asking “which is the best Crémant for seafood dishes?”, a Blanc de Blancs remains one of the most obvious answers. The latest addition to our Maison, Langlois Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut, is an organically certified wine. At the heart of this Crémant de Loire, the Chenin grape takes centre stage alongside Chardonnay. It reveals a superb tension, unfolding notes of acacia and citrus before leading to a refined saline finish — qualities that beautifully enhance the finest fish, such as John Dory served as ceviche or carpaccio.
Another excellent option is Langlois Vintage Brut. This vintage sparkling Loire wine skilfully combines balance and freshness. The elegance developed through four years of cellar ageing makes it especially suitable for refined seafood products such as shellfish, scallops, or oysters.
With white meat
For timeless family dishes that are simple and comforting, a non-vintage Brut sparkling wine is perfectly suited. The elegant complexity of Langlois Brut Réserve makes this cuvée an ideal companion for carefully roasted chicken or rabbit slowly cooked in a wine sauce.
Meanwhile, Langlois Cadence Extra Brut is more naturally suited to exceptional meals, such as festive holiday dinners or birthday lunches, for celebrations that are both delicious and unforgettable. The warm aromas of hazelnut and dried fruit found in this iconic vintage cuvée, enhanced by lively freshness and hints of lemon, harmonise beautifully with refined white meats such as poultry supreme with morels.
With red meat
Contrary to popular belief, red wine is not the only possible pairing for red meat. With its generous, enveloping palate and long brioche-like finish, Langlois Vintage Brut has the structure needed to enhance the texture and flavour of rich cuts of meat.
Langlois Cadence Extra Brut also stands out brilliantly. Both creamy and deliciously complex, lifted by a fine and refreshing effervescence, this great Loire wine is made for gastronomy. Exceptional cuts of game or beef, such as venison tournedos or beef onglet steak, are perfectly matched to its character.
Which Crémant should you choose for dessert?
A fresh sparkling wine for a red berry dessert
For a delicately tangy sweet treat, such as a strawberry tiramisu, you can confidently choose Langlois Brut Rosé. The incomparable fruity aromas of this elegant and fresh Crémant de Loire Rosé create a wonderful pairing with red berries.
A delicate Crémant de Loire for desserts with yellow and white fruits
Among our Crémants, Langlois Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut naturally stands out with these ingredients. Its subtly lively character, combined with delicate honeyed notes, pairs beautifully with an orchard fruit salad, a homemade pear tart, or a vanilla panna cotta with apple compote.
A bold sparkling wine for chocolate desserts
Once again, a rosé sparkling wine from the Loire Valley proves to be an excellent choice for such pastries. Against the bitterness of a chocolate tart or a soft chocolate cake, the fruity notes of Langlois Brut Rosé bring a pleasant balance to the palate…
THUS ENDS THIS GUIDE OF FOOD AND WINE PAIRING SUGGESTIONS TO HELP YOU CHOOSE THE RIGHT CRÉMANT.
Would you like to explore this delicious subject further?
Our tour “The Secrets of Wine”, available all year round in the heart of our Saumur vineyard, will provide you with many more inspiring ideas to enhance each of your meals.
