Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2022 / 750ml | ≈ $27.02Original €24.00≈ £20.40 | francois-chidaine.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2009 / 750ml | ≈ $45.03Original €40.00≈ £34.01 | francois-chidaine.com ↗ |
| Lowest shop price | 2022 / 750ml | ≈ $33.68Original CHF 27.90 | fr.millesima.ch ↗ |
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Total Acidity 3.3 g/L
Calories (estimated) 105 kcal / glass
150ml glass105 kcal
750ml bottle525 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Chenin Blanc
Drinking Window Cellaring potential of 4–5 years
Classification AOC Montlouis-sur-Loire
Region Montlouis-sur-Loire
Soil Clay with flint over tuffeau, A soft white limestone subsoil
Sites Selection of parcels
Vine Age 10–50 years
Fermentation Vessels 620 L demi-muids
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Barrel Size 620
Tirage Date May 2023
Disgorgement Date February 2025
Production Details Grapes were harvested manually in successive selections and transported in crates to preserve whole clusters. Alcoholic fermentation could last up to six months; malolactic fermentation was not sought. The producer's common vinification section describes maturation on full lees in demi-muids, generally for 6–8 months. Secondary fermentation took place in the domaine's cellars, and bottles remained on laths for at least 12 months. Finished residual sugar was <2 g/L; the wine was unchaptalized and non-dosé. Recommended serving temperature is 7–9°C.
Certifications Ecocert (organic); Biodyvin (biodynamic)
Tasting Notes Bright, deep color; white-flower and citrus aromas; balanced minerality
Food Pairing Apéritif, fish tartare, sushi, sashimi and lobster
2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.0%
Total Acidity 4.33 g/L
Calories (estimated) 100 kcal / glass
150ml glass100 kcal
750ml bottle500 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Chenin Blanc
Drinking Window Cellaring potential of 4–5 years
Classification AOC Montlouis-sur-Loire
Region Montlouis-sur-Loire
Soil Clay with flint over tuffeau, A soft white limestone subsoil
Sites Selection of parcels
Vine Age 10–50 years
Fermentation Vessels 620 L demi-muids
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Barrel Size 620
Tirage Date April 2022
Disgorgement Date August 2024
Production Details Grapes were harvested manually in successive selections and transported in crates to preserve whole clusters. Alcoholic fermentation could last up to six months; malolactic fermentation was not sought. The producer's common vinification section describes maturation on full lees in demi-muids, generally for 6–8 months. Secondary fermentation took place in the domaine's cellars, and bottles remained on laths for at least 12 months. Finished residual sugar was <2 g/L; the wine was unchaptalized and non-dosé. Recommended serving temperature is 7–9°C.
Certifications Ecocert (organic); Biodyvin (biodynamic)
Tasting Notes Bright, deep color; white-flower and citrus aromas; balanced minerality and marked Chenin freshness
Food Pairing Apéritif, fish tartare, sushi, sashimi and lobster
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.0%
Total Acidity 4.55 g/L
Calories (estimated) 100 kcal / glass
150ml glass100 kcal
750ml bottle500 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Chenin Blanc
Drinking Window Cellaring potential of 4–5 years
Classification AOC Montlouis-sur-Loire
Region Montlouis-sur-Loire
Soil Clay with flint over tuffeau, A soft white limestone subsoil
Sites Selection of parcels
Vine Age 10–50 years
Fermentation Vessels 620 L demi-muids
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Barrel Size 620
Tirage Date November 2020
Disgorgement Date July 2022
Production Details Grapes were harvested manually in successive selections and transported in crates to preserve whole clusters. Alcoholic fermentation could last up to six months; malolactic fermentation was not sought. The producer's common vinification section describes maturation on full lees in demi-muids, generally for 6–8 months. Secondary fermentation took place in the domaine's cellars, and bottles remained on laths for at least 12 months. Finished residual sugar was <2 g/L; the wine was unchaptalized and non-dosé. Recommended serving temperature is 7–9°C.
Certifications Ecocert (organic); Biodyvin (biodynamic)
Tasting Notes Bright, deep color; white-flower and citrus aromas; balanced minerality
Food Pairing Apéritif, fish tartare, sushi, sashimi and lobster
2009 Technical Specifications
Classification Montlouis-sur-Loire
Region Montlouis-sur-Loire
Sources: francois-chidaine.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2022 / 750ml | ≈ $33.68Original CHF 27.90 | fr.millesima.ch ↗ |