{"title":"Chateau de Breze, Loire Valley, France","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSi9PgVOah5iGqqG87HsDsgOAa_C9AaJ__aZaqiumz38A\u0026amp;s=10\" alt=\"Brézé: Two Châteaux in One in the... | Gazette Drouot\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe estate extends across a terroir of clay-limestone silt, calcareous sand, and clay-sand. The wines produced are distinguished by their character and freshness. Today, the Count and Countess de Colbert, owner and accomplished winemaker, perpetuate this winemaking tradition by producing appellation wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eSaumur, Saumur Champigny and Crémant de Loire are ranked among the best fine wines of Anjou.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eSince 2005, the Count and Countess de Colbert, the current owners and descendants of the De Colbert family, have taken over the management of the Château de Brézé vineyard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container  tv-left-layout\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content-wrapper\" class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"theiaStickySidebar\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"page-content page-cms cms-description page-cms-15 tv-sub-pages-inner-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe property is directly managed by the Count and Countess De Colbert, while relying on the advice of Stéphane Derenoncourt's oenology firm for the viticultural and oenological aspects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe property uses only certified organic products out of respect for the vineyard, the environment and while being mindful of the health of its customers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe vines are worked under the row and every other row or even every third row in order to promote biodiversity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eImplementation of plant biodiversity, installation of beehives, habitat for birds...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfooter class=\"page-footer\"\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"resize-sensor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"resize-sensor-expand\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"resize-sensor-shrink\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-de-breze-saumur-brut-blanc-chenin-blanc-methode-traditionelle","title":"Château de Brézé Saumur Brut Blanc Chenin Blanc - Méthode Traditionelle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Loire  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chenin Blanc \u003cstrong\u003eVintage: \u003c\/strong\u003eN\/V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e White Wine  \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sparkling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer: \u003c\/strong\u003eChâteau de Brézé \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau de Brézé is a unique historical monument built between the 11th and 19th centuries. It is actually a castle under which a complete fortress was dug out of the rocks. This was for protection against invasions such as those by the Vikings. It has one of the deepest dry moats in Europe. Under the castle, there are 3 km of tunnels and rooms. These were among the first known protection bunkers in history. They house historical bakeries, stables, dormitories, kitchens, a barrel room, and even a silkworm farm. For that alone, it is definitely worth a visit. The above-ground castle is built in a beautiful neo-Gothic architectural style. The current owners, the Count and Countess of Colbert, are still restoring it. With Vignobles Colbert, they produce a range of equally magnificent wines under the Saumur Champigny appellation. Thus, Château de Brézé is one of the major attractions of the region. 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