Domaine Ogereau, Bonnes Blanches Sec, 2023

Domaine Ogereau’s Bonnes Blanches Sec is a beautifully characterful Loire Chenin Blanc that combines precision, texture, and quiet complexity. Sourced from a single north-east-facing parcel in Saint Lambert on the left bank of the Layon, it showcases the depth and mineral tension that have made Chenin Blanc one of the Loire’s most prized white grapes.

Tasting Notes
Pale gold in the glass, this 2023 Bonnes Blanches Sec is expected to show a refined, layered profile with a lively mineral edge. The nose typically leans toward orchard fruit, citrus, white flowers, and subtle nutty notes, with a gentle waxy or smoky nuance that reflects Chenin’s signature complexity. On the palate, the wine is likely to feel full yet taut, with ripe fruit balanced by vibrant acidity and a distinctly textured, almost creamy mouthfeel. The slate-rich terroir and extended lees contact should bring added breadth and a subtle saline finish. While delicious young, it has the structure to age gracefully over several years, developing more honeyed and honeycomb-like depth over time.

Production
The fruit comes from the Bonnes Blanches vineyard in Saint Lambert, planted on a gentle slope with a north-east exposure and a terroir dominated by schist, granite, and heavier soils that naturally lend the wine body and structure. The grapes are organically farmed and hand-harvested, then carefully sorted before being whole-bunch pressed on arrival at the winery. Fermentation is followed by spontaneous malolactic conversion, which may or may not complete depending on the vintage, and the wine is matured for 12 months on full lees in a combination of 400- and 2,000-litre barrels, with very little influence from the oak itself.

Food & Serving
This is a versatile and food-friendly Chenin Blanc that pairs especially well with roast chicken, turkey, creamy seafood dishes, grilled fish, lobster, mushroom risotto, and aged goat’s cheese. Serve chilled at around 10-12°C. Decanting is not essential, but a short decant or a little time in the glass can help open up its aromatic complexity.

Producer
Domaine Ogereau is a respected family estate in the Loire Valley, known for crafting precise, terroir-driven wines that express the character of Chenin Blanc and the region’s diverse soils. The domaine has built a strong reputation for organic viticulture and thoughtful, low-intervention winemaking, with wines that regularly stand out for their balance, freshness, and aging potential.

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