{"title":"Chenin Blanc","description":"\u003cp\u003eChenin Blanc can be bone dry, off-dry, lusciously sweet or turned into sparkling wine, sometimes from the same hillside in the same vintage, which is rarer versatility than almost any other white grape offers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Loire's many faces\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/loire\"\u003eLoire\u003c\/a\u003e hotspots like Vouvray and Montlouis, Chenin's high acidity lets it swing from dry to nobly sweet depending on the year and the picking pass. Savennières takes the dry end further into something tense and mineral that needs years in bottle to unwind, while Quarts de Chaume and Bonnezeaux push the sweet end into botrytis-affected richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSteen finds its confidence\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSouth Africa grew Chenin for centuries under the name Steen, mostly as bulk material for brandy and everyday blends. That changed once growers in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/south-africa\"\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/a\u003e's Swartland and Stellenbosch started treating old, dry-farmed bush vines as an asset rather than a liability: the results are richer than Loire dry styles, with waxy stone fruit and a saline finish shaped by decades-old roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Chenin Blanc always dry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Loire Chenin ranges from bone dry, as in Savennières, through off-dry to fully sweet, botrytis-affected wines. South African Chenin is almost always vinified dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Steen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSteen is the old Afrikaans name for Chenin Blanc, used in South Africa before the grape's identity there was formally confirmed in the 1960s. It is the same grape as Loire Chenin, grown in a different climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Chenin Blanc age well?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe best examples do, dry or sweet. High acidity is Chenin's defining trait, and it is what lets serious bottlings from both the Loire and South Africa's old vineyards improve for a decade or longer.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"domaine-dorfeuilles-vouvray-brut-nv","title":"Domaine d'Orfeuilles Vouvray Brut NV.","description":"\u003cp\u003eDomaine d'Orfeuilles Vouvray Brut NV is a beautifully crafted sparkling Chenin Blanc from the Loire, made biodynamically and produced in the traditional Champagne method. It offers remarkable quality for the price, with a refined style that easily broadens the conversation beyond Champagne, Prosecco, and Cava.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a pale golden color with delicate, fine bubbles. 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Flavors of ripe orchard fruits and melon are lifted by a savory, slightly spicy edge and a fine, persistent acidity that keeps everything in balance. Despite its modest 12.5% alcohol, it feels powerful and structured, with a long, harmonious finish. The 2015 vintage has the substance and structure to evolve further; well-stored bottles should continue to drink beautifully for several more years, gaining additional complexity in the direction of honey, wax and nutty nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes for Trélans come from several biodynamically farmed parcels in the Languedoc, rooted in very dry, stony soils rich in clay and limestone. These demanding conditions naturally limit vigor and yields, with vines—many over 25 years old—producing an average of just 25 hectoliters per hectare, resulting in exceptional concentration. 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With minimal intervention in the cellar and ultra‑low sulfur additions, it delivers a raw yet harmonious snapshot of Chenin and terroir in perfect sync.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Les Margas 2019 appears lightly hazy, a visual cue to its natural, unfiltered style. The color tends toward a dense, golden straw, hinting at both ripeness and extended aging on lees. The nose is strikingly original and generous: fully ripe apricots—both fresh and dried—layer with acacia honey and an exotic, savory curry note. There’s a suggestion of mature sweet wine aromatics, yet framed in a dry, vinous context that keeps it intriguing rather than heavy.\n\nOn the palate, the wine initially feels dense, broad, and almost glyceric—rich to the point of seeming almost “fat” at first sip. Then it pulls rapidly into focus, tightening around a lean, minimalist core. Dark, earthy spice and a pulsating, schist‑driven minerality run through the mid‑palate, carried by a wiry, compact structure. The acidity is remarkably gentle and integrated rather than sharp, giving an impression of calm balance instead of tension. Already expressive and complex now, this 2019 has the stuffing and structure to evolve further in bottle over the next 5–8 years, gaining even more tertiary nuance and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLes Margas is a single site characterized by light, pale clay over a subsoil rich in schist, a combination that lends both texture and a deep mineral drive to Chenin Blanc. Grapes are farmed and harvested with a natural wine mindset, focusing on healthy fruit and careful picking at optimal ripeness. In the cellar, the wine is fermented spontaneously with indigenous yeasts, without technological manipulation, and raised for 14 months in inert fiberglass tanks to preserve purity of fruit and terroir. Sulfur is added only in homeopathic quantities (around 2 g\/hl), resulting in a wine that is as close to its origin as possible while still being stable and precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLes Margas 2019 is a superb partner for richly flavored, subtly spiced cuisine. Think roast poultry with pan juices, pork belly with caramelized onions, veal in cream sauce, or dishes featuring apricot, curry, or Middle Eastern spice profiles. It also works beautifully with aged hard cheeses and washed‑rind varieties, where its texture and soft acidity come into their own. Serve slightly cool, around 10–12°C (50–54°F), to highlight its complexity without muting the aromatics. 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This bottling pays tribute to the free-spirited 1920s while reviving one of the oldest, most traditional ways of making sparkling wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, La Dévergondée typically shows a pale straw to light golden hue, often with a gentle haze that signals its minimal-intervention approach. The mousse is fine and energetic, with a persistent bead that gives the wine a refreshing, mouthwatering lift.\n\nOn the nose, expect an expressive bouquet of crisp orchard fruits – green apple, pear, and quince – layered with lemon zest, white flowers, and subtle notes of fresh bread dough or brioche from the natural bottle fermentation. On the palate, this Pet Nat is bright, juicy and textured, with a core of citrus and stone fruit, a clearly defined mineral line, and vibrant acidity that keeps everything feeling precise and dry to off-dry, depending on the release. The finish is crunchy and saline, often with a faint savory or yeasty complexity. Pet Nats are crafted for youthful enjoyment rather than long-term cellaring, so this wine is best enjoyed within a few years of release while its fruit is at its most expressive and its bubbles at their most playful.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from Chenin Blanc vines in the Loire Valley, La Dévergondée reflects a cool-climate terroir of limestone, clay and tuffeau that naturally lends the grape its hallmark tension and vivid acidity. Grapes are typically harvested by hand to preserve berry integrity and allow for careful selection in the vineyard. After a gentle pressing, the juice begins its primary fermentation in tank; then, while the first fermentation is still underway, the wine is bottled in pressure-resistant bottles so that the remaining natural sugars complete fermentation inside the bottle. This ancestral method, without added sugar or a separate second fermentation, traps the fine, naturally produced CO₂ and creates the signature soft, persistent sparkle of Pet Nat. The wine is usually made with minimal intervention, often with little or no dosage and only modest sulfur additions, to showcase Chenin Blanc and its Loire origins as purely as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLa Dévergondée’s bright acidity and gentle bubbles make it a versatile companion at the table and a perfect bottle to open at the start of an evening. Pair it with fresh oysters, shrimp, ceviche or sushi, as its saline edge and citrus drive will enhance delicate seafood. It also works beautifully with goat cheese (a Loire classic), soft-rind cheeses, charcuterie, salads with citrus vinaigrettes, light poultry dishes and vegetable-driven tapas. Serve well-chilled at about 8–10 °C (46–50 °F) to highlight its freshness and fine mousse. A brief, gentle opening in the glass is usually sufficient; decanting is generally not necessary, though you may wish to pour carefully toward the end of the bottle if there is natural sediment, leaving the last splash in the bottle if you prefer a clearer glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFabrice Chaillou is a small, quality-focused producer in the Loire, a region long revered for its Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc and increasingly recognized as a hotspot for characterful, naturally made sparkling wines. Working on a modest scale, Chaillou emphasizes vineyard expression and low-intervention cellar work, allowing Chenin Blanc to translate its cool-climate, limestone-rich origins with clarity and personality. 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Bright, energetic and unapologetically festive, it’s made for sharing and for those moments when you want bubbles with personality, not polish. The label, featuring two carefree ladies, nods to the shameless excess and joie de vivre of the roaring 1920s—hence the name “La Dévergondée,” meaning “shameless.”\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this Pét Nat typically shows a pale straw to light golden hue, often slightly hazy from its natural bottle fermentation, capped by a lively mousse. On the nose, expect a playful mix of orchard fruit—crisp apple and pear—alongside notes of quince, citrus zest, and a subtle floral lift, with hints of brioche dough, crushed chalk and a gentle yeasty or cidery edge that speaks to its natural, unfiltered character.\n\nThe palate is bright and refreshing, driven by Chenin Blanc’s hallmark acidity. Juicy green apple, pear and lemon peel intertwine with a touch of white peach and a faint, savory minerality. The bubbles are frothy and energetic rather than ultra-fine, giving it a relaxed, glou-glou charm. Dry to off-dry in impression (depending on residual sugar in the bottle), it finishes clean, slightly saline, and mouthwatering, encouraging another glass. Best enjoyed in its youth for maximum vibrancy and fruit purity, it can nonetheless evolve over a couple of years into something a little more textured and autolytic, with more pronounced brioche and honeyed notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLa Dévergondée is made from Chenin Blanc grown in the Loire, a region known for its cool climate, limestone- and clay-rich soils and excellent conditions for high-acid, characterful whites. 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It also shines with fried dishes, tempura, light salads, vegetable tartes and casual tapas-style spreads. Serve well-chilled at around 6–8°C (43–46°F) to emphasize freshness and vibrancy. A brief, gentle opening 10–15 minutes before serving is usually sufficient; full decanting is not necessary, though you may wish to pour slowly and leave the last cloudy centimeter in the bottle if you prefer a clearer glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFabrice Chaillou is an independent Loire Valley grower and winemaker with a focus on expressive, terroir-driven wines that highlight the natural vibrancy of local varieties like Chenin Blanc. Working on a scale that allows close attention to detail in the vineyard and cellar, the estate leans into the region’s long heritage of sparkling and still wines while embracing contemporary tastes for more unadorned, characterful bottlings. 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The underripe-picked Chenin lends tension, citrus pith and nervy energy, while the fully ripe Palomino adds a suave, saline roundness and gentle nuttiness. Flavors of lemon peel, salted grapefruit, quince and wet stone glide across the palate, finishing long, savory and chalk-inflected. Skerpioen has an excellent aging potential; over 8–12 years it should gain even more waxy, honeyed and nutty complexity while retaining its mineral backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from old, dry-farmed vines planted directly into white limestone with a sandy surface layer in Swartland, Skerpioen is a genuine expression of coastal Western Cape terroir: calcareous soils, Atlantic breezes and low-yielding heritage vines. Chenin Blanc and Palomino are interplanted and harvested separately based on optimal ripeness—Chenin on the slightly underripe side for tension, Palomino picked fully ripe and golden for depth and texture. 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This cuvée stands out for its tension and depth, offering a refined expression of Chenin from old vines rooted in classic Loire tuffeau limestone.\n\nClos de Mosny is a historic, walled vineyard (“clos”) that has long been recognized for producing particularly concentrated, ageworthy wines. Under the late Jacky Blot and now his son, this site has gained near-cult status among Chenin enthusiasts for its combination of ripeness, chalky salinity and razor-sharp definition. The 2022 vintage continues that legacy, showcasing both the pedigree of the terroir and the continuity of excellence at the domaine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2022 Clos de Mosny Sec shows a pale to medium lemon-yellow color with silvery reflections, hinting at both youth and freshness. 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The finish is long, saline and mouthwatering, leaving impressions of citrus zest, chalk dust and delicate floral notes.\n\nThis 2022 has the structure and balance to age gracefully. While already seductive in its youthful expressiveness, it should develop further complexity—honeyed nuances, beeswax, deeper nutty tones and more pronounced tertiary minerality—over 8–15 years in a good cellar, and potentially longer for those who appreciate mature Chenin Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos de Mosny is a single, walled vineyard in Montlouis-sur-Loire, rooted in classic Loire tuffeau limestone with clay and silica on the surface. This terroir lends the wine its hallmark combination of ripeness and penetrating minerality, while the cool Loire climate preserves acidity and aromatic finesse. The vines—many of them older, low-yielding Chenin Blanc plantings—are farmed with great care, typically using sustainable to organic-leaning methods to ensure healthy, concentrated fruit. Harvesting is carried out by hand in multiple passes (tries), allowing only perfectly ripe, clean grapes to be selected. In the cellar, Domaine de la Taille aux Loups favors a precision-driven, Burgundian-inspired approach: gentle pressing, fermentation with indigenous yeasts, and maturation in a mix of barrels and larger oak vessels (often with a restrained proportion of new wood) to add texture without dominating the terroir expression. Malolactic fermentation is usually carefully managed or partially blocked to retain brightness and tension, resulting in a dry, crystalline style that showcases the Clos’s unique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos de Mosny Sec 2022 is a versatile gastronomic white that pairs beautifully with refined, subtly flavored dishes. It’s superb with seafood—think oysters, scallops, sole, turbot or line-caught cod—especially when prepared with beurre blanc, citrus or light cream sauces. It also shines alongside roast chicken, guinea fowl, veal blanquette, or pork tenderloin with apple and sage, as well as goat’s cheese (notably Valençay or Sainte-Maure), young Comté and mild washed-rind cheeses. For vegetarian pairings, try it with asparagus risotto, fennel gratin, roasted root vegetables, or dishes featuring leeks and mushrooms.\n\nServe at 10–12 °C (50–54 °F) to highlight its precision and aromatic complexity. 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Expect a taut, mineral-driven profile: juicy orchard fruits, citrus (lemon, pomelo, grapefruit pith), and a saline, chalky edge that lingers through the long, precise finish. The old vines give texture and concentration without heaviness, and the cool exposition keeps everything finely balanced and energetic. While already delicious with food, the wine clearly has the backbone to age, gaining honeyed, nutty complexity and greater textural richness over 8–15 years, and potentially longer in good cellaring conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLes Hauts de Husseau comes from over 70-year-old Chenin Blanc vines planted in one of the highest and coolest sectors of Montlouis-sur-Loire, just across the Loire River from Vouvray. The terroir is classic for the appellation: a thin topsoil of sandy clay and silex (flint) over a deep, solid limestone (tuffeau) bedrock, which provides excellent drainage, moderates vine stress and imprints a pronounced mineral character on the wine. The vineyards are farmed organically, with careful canopy management and low yields to ensure concentration and balance. Harvesting is typically done by hand in multiple passes, allowing only perfectly ripe, healthy grapes to be selected. In the cellar, Domaine de la Taille aux Loups favors gentle pressing, native yeast fermentations and élevage that often includes time in quality oak (largely older barrels) on the lees, to build texture and complexity while preserving the wine’s tension, purity and crystalline expression of Chenin Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Montlouis-sur-Loire Sec is a superb gastronomic white, particularly suited to seafood and refined, subtly flavored dishes. Pair it with oysters, scallops, grilled or poached white fish, lobster, sushi and sashimi, or river fish with beurre blanc. It also shines with goat’s cheese (especially Loire classics like Crottin de Chavignol), poultry in light cream sauces, veal, and vegetable dishes such as asparagus, fennel, or leek tart. Serve at 10–12°C (50–54°F) to highlight its freshness and minerality; slightly warmer temperatures will bring out more texture and aromatic complexity. 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Crafted by Domaine de la Taille aux Loups, this wine takes its name from its three “zeros”: no chaptalisation, no added sugar for the second fermentation, and no dosage at disgorgement. The result is a grower-style fizz that captures the raw, unadorned expression of Chenin and Montlouis terroir, and has become a reference point for serious Loire sparkling wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Triple Zero shows a pale straw to light golden hue with a fine, persistent mousse, more delicate than many traditional-method sparklers. The bubbles are lively yet refined, giving the wine an elegant, energetic appearance.\n\nOn the nose, expect vibrant aromas of green apple, quince, and fresh pear, layered with white flowers, chalky minerality, and a subtle hint of honeycomb and yeast autolysis. There’s a clean, stony edge that clearly signals its Loire origins. The palate is razor-sharp and dry, with brisk acidity driving flavours of citrus (lemon zest, grapefruit pith), crunchy orchard fruits, and notes of wet stone and lightly toasted bread. Texture is a key pleasure here: the mousse is fine but insistent, and the mid-palate has a gentle, rounded weight from the Chenin, balanced by a saline, mineral finish that lingers. While delicious on release for its tension and freshness, good bottles can evolve over 3–6 years, gaining a bit more complexity, creaminess, and subtle nutty tones without losing their spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine de la Taille aux Loups works with carefully tended Chenin Blanc vines in Montlouis-sur-Loire, on the right bank of the Loire River opposite Vouvray. The soils are predominantly tuffeau (soft limestone) mixed with clay and flint, which gives the wines their signature combination of ripeness and piercing minerality. Grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness, often in multiple passes through the vineyard to ensure perfect fruit selection. The Triple Zero is produced using a méthode ancestrale-inspired approach: the first fermentation is carried out with indigenous yeasts and no chaptalisation, leaving a portion of natural sugar in the must. The still wine is then bottled with this residual sugar to provoke a gentle second fermentation in bottle, without any added tirage liqueur, and finished with no dosage after disgorgement. This minimal-intervention regime highlights the grape and terroir, resulting in a sparkling wine that feels both artisanal and remarkably pure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTriple Zero Montlouis-sur-Loire Sec is a superb aperitif, especially for those who prefer dry, mineral-driven sparkling wines. It pairs beautifully with oysters, shellfish, and simple seafood such as steamed mussels, scallop crudo, or shrimp with citrus and herbs. Its acidity and subtle autolytic notes also make it a fine match for goat’s cheese (especially Loire styles like Crottin de Chavignol), sushi and sashimi, light vegetable dishes, and tempura. Serve well-chilled, ideally around 8–10°C, in a white wine or tulip-shaped sparkling glass to let the aromas open. A brief 10–15 minutes in the fridge after opening, or a very gentle splash into a decanter if it’s just out of cold storage, can help the wine relax and show its full aromatic range without losing its fine mousse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine de la Taille aux Loups was founded and long driven by the late Jacky Blot, one of the Loire Valley’s most influential and quality-obsessed vignerons. Based in Montlouis-sur-Loire, the estate helped redefine what Chenin Blanc from this appellation could be, elevating it to the level of the world’s great white wines. Blot’s philosophy centred on low yields, meticulous vineyard work, organic principles, and minimal intervention in the cellar – always with a focus on terroir transparency. Over the years, Taille aux Loups has earned a stellar reputation among sommeliers and collectors for its precise, ageworthy still and sparkling Chenins. 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Crafted by the late Jacky Blot’s domaine, it delivers precision, tension and depth, all wrapped in an elegant, mineral-driven frame. This cuvée has become a reference point for modern Montlouis, showcasing just how serious and ageworthy Chenin Blanc can be on the right terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the wine is a luminous pale straw with green highlights, hinting at its freshness and youthful energy. The nose is pure and expressive: ripe orchard fruits (pear, quince, yellow apple) mingle with white flowers, citrus zest, wet stone, and a subtle beeswax note that is classic Loire Chenin. With a bit of air, more complexity emerges—hints of fennel, crushed chalk and a delicate honeyed nuance without any sweetness on the palate.\n\nOn the palate, Rémius is dry, precise and beautifully textured, with a lively, mouthwatering acidity that carries flavors of crisp pear, green plum, Meyer lemon and grapefruit pith. A fine, chalky minerality runs from start to finish, giving the wine a clean, linear profile and a long, saline finish. The oak is very discreet—adding a gentle creaminess and structure without overshadowing the fruit or freshness. While already delicious in its youth, this 2022 has the balance and concentration to evolve gracefully over 8–12 years, gaining more honey, lanolin and tertiary complexity with time in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine de la Taille aux Loups sources Rémius from carefully selected old-vine Chenin Blanc parcels on the limestone and flinty clay slopes of Montlouis-sur-Loire, just across the river from Vouvray. The cool Loire climate, combined with these chalky, well-drained soils, gives naturally vibrant acidity and a strong mineral signature. Grapes are picked by hand in multiple passes to ensure optimal ripeness and healthy fruit, with a strict selection in the vineyard and at the cellar. Fermentation typically takes place with indigenous yeasts in oak barrels (often used rather than new, to avoid overt wood influence), and malolactic fermentation is usually blocked to preserve tension and brightness. 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Young bottles benefit from being opened 30–45 minutes in advance; a short decant can help the wine open up aromatically, but is not strictly necessary if you allow it to breathe in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine de la Taille aux Loups was founded and elevated to cult status by Jacky Blot, one of the Loire Valley’s most influential vignerons. Based in Montlouis-sur-Loire, the estate helped redefine the appellation’s reputation, proving that Montlouis could rival Vouvray and other great Chenin terroirs in finesse, precision and ageworthiness. With a focus on low yields, meticulous hand-harvesting, and minimalist, terroir-driven winemaking, the domaine has become a touchstone for serious Chenin Blanc enthusiasts. 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Underneath the fruit, you’ll find a distinct mineral thread—wet stone, a whisper of smoke and a gentle herbal lift reminiscent of chamomile and fresh hay, with subtle hints of almond and brioche from the extended lees contact.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is dry, focused and beautifully balanced, with a lively, mouthwatering acidity that carries the flavours across the tongue. Orchard fruit and citrus are framed by a fine phenolic grip, giving the mid-palate both texture and tension. The granite and granodiorite imprint themselves as a saline, almost salty-mineral finish, alongside delicate notes of honeycomb and spice that promise further development in bottle. 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Crafted from Chenin Blanc and the rare local grape Pineau d'Aunis, it’s a joyful, slightly wild expression of the region’s old-vine heritage. Made in the ancestral (pét-nat) method, this cuvée captures the free-spirited feel of the “Roaring Twenties” its name evokes—festive, expressive and utterly alive in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, L'As de les Années Folles Ancestrale typically shows a hazy, pale gold to onion-skin hue, reflecting its minimal intervention and gentle handling, often crowned by a lively, fine-beaded mousse. The nose is intensely expressive and a little untamed: think crisp orchard fruits (pear, apple), quince and citrus zest wrapped in notes of wild strawberry, white flowers, crushed herbs, and a subtle spice from the Pineau d'Aunis. 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In the cellar, fermentation occurs with indigenous yeasts and no additives, following the ancestral (pétillant naturel) method: the wine is bottled before fermentation finishes, allowing it to complete in bottle and create its gentle, natural sparkle. No dosage is added and sulfur, if used at all, is minimal, resulting in an unfiltered, living wine that can show a natural haze and evolving complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis vibrant, lightly sparkling Loire hvidvin is a superb match for a wide range of foods, especially those that appreciate high acidity and a touch of texture. Try it with oysters, mussels, ceviche, sashimi or simply grilled white fish, where its saline edge and freshness shine. It also pairs beautifully with goat’s cheese (a Loire classic), charcuterie, fried chicken, sushi, vegetable tempura, and lightly spiced Asian dishes. 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Produced from a tiny, historic monopole vineyard overlooking the Loire River, this dry white is revered for its depth, energy and ability to age gracefully for decades. The 2023 vintage continues the estate’s philosophy of minimal intervention, allowing terroir and vintage character to take center stage in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the Coulée de Serrant 2023 typically shows a deep, luminous straw to golden hue, reflecting both its concentration and traditional élevage. The nose is complex and layered, with notes of ripe orchard fruits (quince, baked apple, pear), citrus peel, honeycomb and lanolin, wrapped in hints of chamomile, beeswax, wet stone and a subtle oxidative nuttiness. With air, more savory nuances emerge: dried herbs, a touch of spice, and a gentle smokiness from the schist soils.\n\nOn the palate, this Chenin Blanc is powerful yet tightly coiled, with a dense, textural mouthfeel balanced by a firm, saline backbone of acidity. Flavors of mirabelle plum, yellow apple, preserved lemon and acacia honey interplay with herbal, mineral and slightly bitter-grapefruit tones, giving great length and complexity. The finish is long, dry and persistent, with a lingering mineral grip and a sense of real structure. While already captivating in youth with proper aeration, Coulée de Serrant is built for the cellar; in a balanced vintage, it can evolve beautifully for 15–25 years or more, gaining tertiary notes of wax, spice, nuts and dried fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoulée de Serrant is a seven-hectare monopole vineyard within Savennières, recognized as its own appellation and planted entirely to old-vine Chenin Blanc on steep, south- to southeast-facing slopes. The soils are predominantly schist with quartz and other volcanic elements, yielding wines of intense minerality and tension. Farmed according to strict biodynamic principles since the early 1980s, the vineyard is worked by hand (and often by horse on the steeper parcels), with extremely low yields and meticulous selection of only the healthiest, most concentrated grapes. Harvest is carried out manually in several passes, allowing for optimal ripeness and, in some years, a touch of noble botrytis. In the cellar, Nicolas Joly follows a philosophy of minimal intervention: indigenous yeast fermentations, little to no temperature control, and élevage in mostly used oak barrels, often on the lees, with minimal racking. Sulfur is used sparingly, and the wine is bottled without aggressive filtration, preserving its personality and capacity to age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoulée de Serrant 2023 is a contemplative food wine that shines with rich, nuanced dishes. It pairs beautifully with roasted poultry (especially chicken or guinea fowl with morels), veal in cream sauces, lobster, scallops, and other refined shellfish preparations, as well as dishes featuring mushrooms, truffle, or aged hard cheeses like Comté or aged Gouda. It can also complement subtly spiced Asian cuisine where richness and umami take precedence over heat. Serve at 11–13°C (52–55°F) to balance freshness and aromatic complexity. Young bottles benefit greatly from a generous decant of 1–3 hours to open up and shed any initial reduction or firmness; mature examples should be decanted more gently and briefly, mainly to remove any sediment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos de la Coulée de Serrant, led by the charismatic vigneron Nicolas Joly, is one of the most revered and distinctive estates in the Loire Valley—and indeed in the world of fine wine. The vineyard itself dates back to the 12th century, when Cistercian monks first planted vines on these steep slopes above the Loire, and it has been continuously cultivated ever since. Today, the domaine is synonymous with biodynamic viticulture; Joly was one of the earliest and most vocal champions of this philosophy, helping to inspire a global movement toward more sustainable, terroir-driven farming. As one of France’s rare single-estate appellations and a true monopole, Coulée de Serrant holds a unique place in the region’s hierarchy, regularly cited by critics and sommeliers as one of the greatest expressions of Chenin Blanc and a reference point for ageworthy, characterful white wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clos de la Coulée de Serrant (Nicolas Joly)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255263514961,"sku":"XW-58977","price":118.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/nicolas-joly-coulee-de-serrant-2023_58977_1_9cc7a811-7ff0-4dda-83ea-844227a87d18.webp?v=1783458013"},{"product_id":"nicolas-joly-savennieres-les-vieux-clos-2024","title":"Nicolas Joly Savennieres Les Vieux Clos 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eNicolas Joly’s Savennières Les Vieux Clos is a benchmark expression of Chenin Blanc from one of the Loire’s most revered sites. Drawn from a historic vineyard with nearly 900 years of uninterrupted cultivation, it combines remarkable depth, biodynamic philosophy, and unmistakable terroir character in every bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a luminous golden-yellow color that signals both richness and energy. The nose is intensely layered, unfolding with ripe orchard and tropical fruit, floral nuances, and a distinctive spicy complexity, followed by notes of pineapple, almond, anise, licorice, and an almost ethereal lift.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is complex and enveloping, with impressive mineral tension balancing its generosity. The finish is long and persistent, with the kind of structure and vitality that suggest excellent aging potential; this is a wine that can evolve beautifully over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLes Vieux Clos comes from Savennières in the Loire Valley, a steeped-in-history terroir known for producing profound Chenin Blanc. The vineyard has roots dating back to around 1130, when Cistercian monks first planted the site, and it has remained continuously in production ever since. Farming is organic, and the winemaking aims to preserve the purity, energy, and mineral identity of this exceptional parcel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with rich seafood such as lobster, scallops, or roasted monkfish, as well as poultry, creamy sauces, and fine mushroom dishes. Serve it slightly chilled at around 10–12°C. Decanting is recommended, especially in its youth, to allow the wine’s aromatic complexity and texture to fully open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos de la Coulée de Serrant is the legendary estate associated with Nicolas Joly, one of the Loire’s most influential and outspoken advocates for biodynamic viticulture. The estate is celebrated not only for its historic vineyard and singular wines, but also for its role in shaping modern conversations around terroir-driven, environmentally conscious winemaking. 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