2023 Francois Chidaine, Montlouis-sur-Loire, Clos du Breuil Subregion_Santenay and bursting at the seams

and bursting at the seams with herbal rye goodness

architectural frame that speaks directly to its Kimmeridgian origins

silky texture

the wines are comparably excellent

The distillery’s site-specific use of limestone-filtered water provides a high mineral content that stabilizes fermentation and contributes to the spirit's lean

2023 Francois Chidaine, Montlouis-sur-Loire, Clos du Breuil Subregion_Santenay and bursting at the seamsFrancois Chidaine crafts some of the most captivating Chenin Blanc in the Loire. His meticulous, regenerative, biodynamic farming practices and extensive experience result in exceptional wines like Clos du Breuil. Sourced from 4080 year old vines in Montlouis, this dry, crisp Chenin Blanc showcases the grape's minerality and the impressive character of Chenin Blanc. A wine to buy year in and year out.