Description
François Montand is a located in the Jura region of eastern France, created to showcase the elegance of méthode traditionnelle sparkling wines beyond Champagne. Produced by Les Grands Chais de France, under the direction of winemaker, Arnaud van der Voorde, the house works with growers across select vineyard sites, focusing on consistency, value, and regional expression. While not estate-driven in the traditional sense, the sourcing emphasizes sustainably farmed vineyards, with increasing attention to environmentally responsible viticulture practices such as reduced chemical inputs and careful canopy management to preserve fruit quality and freshness.
The non-vintage François Montand Brut Blanc de Blancs is crafted using the méthode traditionnelle, with secondary fermentation in bottle and a period of lees aging, for at least nine months, to build texture and complexity. Made from Colombard, Ugni Blanc and Chardonnay from sites located on the west facing slopes of the Jura Mountains, and select vineyards located in the Gascony region of Southwest France. The resulting wine is bright and approachable, offering aromas of green apple, lemon zest, and white flowers, with subtle notes of brioche and almond. On the palate, it is crisp and lively, with fine bubbles, a clean citrus-driven core, and a refreshing finish marked by hints of pear and minerality. An easy, versatile sparkling wine, it pairs well with light appetizers, soft cheeses, or simply as an apéritif.
