Pétillant Brut, Chidaine - 2019

Name: Pétillant Brut, Chidaine
Brand: Chidaine
SKU: 34519
Price: 19.98 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 34519 750mL

François Chidaine works his vineyards biodynamically to ensure his land and vines are healthy. His Chenin Blanc pétillant is made from old vines growing in the Vouvray appellation. You will find tangy citrus notes and chalky minerality that pair beautifully with lobster and scallops.

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Color

White

Vintage

2019

Country

France

Region

Loire

Producer

Chidaine

Grape Variety

Chenin Blanc

Production Methods

Organic

Biodynamic

Wine made from grapes grown organically using natural composting techniques and special preparations of herbal sprays while following the astronomical calendar.

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Staff Pick Notes

From the Vouvray appellation in the Loire Valley, this 100% chenin blanc originates from multiple contracted vineyards made of limestone, clay and silex. Since Vouvray's appellation rules changed in 2009, this might be one of Francois Chidaine's last bottles to bear the Vouvray Appellation on the label. Although the grapes are grown in Vouvray, Chidaine might lose the appellation as the vinification of the wine is not within the limits of the commune of Vouvray, but in the commune of Montlouis-sur-Loire, on the other bank of the Loire river. This wine is deep, elegant with fine minerality and a pleasant yeasty taste. It could age a bit, but is showing a lot as it is now. Nice substitute to Champagne for a fraction of the price.

- MB

Glossary

Loire

There’s a lot to remember when it comes to the Loire. Novices, take note: Cabernet Franc is a great alternative to Cabernet Sauvignon, Muscadet is unparalleled as a companion to shellfish, and Cour Cheverny is the best white wine appellation you’ve never heard of. As diverse as Loire wines are, one day soon you'll know your Melon de Bourgogne from your Romorantin.

Chenin Blanc

A versatile grape that is grown worldwide, but is most commonly associated with the Loire, California, Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand. It produces just about any type of wine you can think of: ageworthy dessert wines; delicious, honeyed dry whites; sparklers; and even bases for fortified wines and spirits. These days, one of the most exciting stories is in South Africa, where newly adopted winemaking technologies have helped a dedicated group of producers to bring the country's dry...