The winery
Langlois-Chateau
Winery in the Loire Valley known for its Crémant de Loire and AOC wines from Saumur, Saumur‑Champigny and Sancerre; it combines production of traditional method sparkling wines and still wines, with a focus on sustainable viticulture. ([langlois-chateau.fr](https://www.langlois-chateau.fr/en/))
- Valle della Loira (Saumur, Saumur‑Champigny, Sancerre) · Francia
- Since 1885
- 3 products
The story
According to the winery, Langlois‑Chateau has been active since 1885 and gained international recognition especially for its Crémant de Loire. It has been part of the Bollinger family group since 1973. Some historical accounts name the founders and offer alternative details about the winery's early years.
Production philosophy
Focus on enhancing local grape varieties and the terroir: selection of high-quality grapes, separate vinification by variety and terroir, and use of the Traditional Method for sparkling wines; sustainable viticulture practices and partial conversion to organic farming underway.
Terroir and vineyards
Production is rooted in the Loire Valley, with estates and sourcing concentrated in the Saumur, Saumur‑Champigny and Sancerre appellations; the cellars include long tuff galleries and the Crémant are produced from grapes harvested in various microzones of the Loire.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Chenin Blanc
- Cabernet Franc
- Chardonnay
- Grolleau
- Pinot Noir
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Hectares
- 95.0
What makes it distinctive
- Renowned for Crémant de Loire produced using the Traditional Method.
- Vineyards and production in the Saumur, Saumur‑Champigny and Sancerre appellations
- Terra Vitis-certified estate, currently in conversion to organic.
- Member of the Bollinger family group since 1973.
- Winery visits featuring tuff galleries and comparative tastings.