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Producer priceRecommended retail price 2024 / 750ml ≈ $37.15Original €33.00≈ £28.06 francois-chidaine.com ↗

2024 Technical Specifications

Alcohol 12.5%
Residual Sugar 1.79 g/L
Total Acidity 3.45 g/L
Calories (estimated) 105 kcal / glass
150ml glass105 kcal
750ml bottle525 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Chenin Blanc
Drinking Window Producer-stated aging potential of at least 10–15 years
Classification Vin de France
Region Vin de France
Soil Clay-limestone, Comprising shallow clay and chalk
Sites Single-terroir parcel in Vouvray
Vine Age 17
Fermentation Vessels Demi-muids
Pressing Method Pneumatic Press
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Barrel Size 620
Bottling Date August 2025
Production Details Manually harvested in successive selections. The vineyard is farmed biodynamically using soil-conservation practices and without chemical crop-protection products. Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in 620 L demi-muids can last up to six months; malolactic fermentation is not sought. Maturation on total lees in demi-muids lasts 6–8 months. Recommended serving temperature is 11–12°C.
Certifications Ecocert (organic); Biodyvin (biodynamic)
Tasting Notes Clear and bright appearance; expressive white-flower, mimosa, fruit and acacia-honey aromas; aromatic power, substantial texture and a balanced finish
Food Pairing Cod, sole, lobster, sea bass and aged goat cheeses

2023 Technical Specifications

Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 1.4 g/L
Total Acidity 2.68 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Chenin Blanc
Drinking Window Producer-stated aging potential of at least 10–15 years
Classification Vin de France
Region Vin de France
Soil Clay-limestone, Comprising shallow clay and chalk
Sites Single-terroir parcel in Vouvray
Vine Age 17
Fermentation Vessels Demi-muids
Pressing Method Pneumatic Press
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Barrel Size 620
Bottling Date August 2024
Production Details Manually harvested in successive selections. The vineyard is farmed biodynamically using soil-conservation practices and without chemical crop-protection products. Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in 620 L demi-muids can last up to six months; malolactic fermentation is not sought. Maturation on total lees in demi-muids lasts 6–8 months. Recommended serving temperature is 11–12°C.
Certifications Ecocert (organic); Biodyvin (biodynamic)
Tasting Notes Clear and bright appearance; expressive white-flower, mimosa, fruit and acacia-honey aromas; aromatic power, substantial texture and a balanced finish
Food Pairing Cod, sole, lobster, sea bass and aged goat cheeses

2022 Technical Specifications

Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 2.5 g/L
Total Acidity 3.55 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Chenin Blanc
Drinking Window Producer-stated aging potential of at least 10–15 years
Classification Vin de France
Region Vin de France
Soil Clay-limestone, Comprising shallow clay and chalk
Sites Single-terroir parcel in Vouvray
Vine Age 16
Fermentation Vessels Demi-muids
Pressing Method Pneumatic Press
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Barrel Size 620
Bottling Date August 2023
Production Details Manually harvested in successive selections. The vineyard is farmed biodynamically using soil-conservation practices and without chemical crop-protection products. Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in 620 L demi-muids can last up to six months; malolactic fermentation is not sought. Maturation on total lees in demi-muids lasts 6–8 months. Recommended serving temperature is 11–12°C. The producer describes 2022 as a generous crop with balanced maturity, delicacy and elegance rather than excessive ripeness.
Certifications Ecocert (organic); Biodyvin (biodynamic)
Tasting Notes Clear and bright appearance; expressive white-flower, mimosa, fruit and acacia-honey aromas; aromatic power, substantial texture and a balanced finish
Food Pairing Cod, sole, lobster, sea bass and aged goat cheeses

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