Loire Valley – Vinumlector

Domaine De Fiervaux Le Haut des Bournais Saumur Rouge AOP

Vinum Lector Staff — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 07:54:01 +0000

The Domaine de Fiervaux was born from a family farm established in Saumurois with 4ha of vines, and taken over in 1890 by Henri Maitreau. 40 years later, his son Jules succeeded him, constantly improving the vineyard. In 1960, Georges Cousin and his wife Juliette Maitreau, daughter of Jules, took over the reins and developed the estate, hence the origin of the name Cousin-Maitreau, developing the vineyard from 8 ha to 28 ha with the planting of several grape varieties in order to create a wide range. Certified Vignerons Indépendants + sustainable HVE (High Environmental Value). For more info, visit Domaine de Fiervaux website. VARIETALS 100% Cabernet Franc VINTAGE 2023 Download Tasting Note

Les Petits Princes Valençay Blanc Val De Loire AOP

Vinum Lector Staff — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 07:58:09 +0000

The Huteau Boulanger winery was founded by Catherine and Francois in the heart of Muscadet Sèvre et Maine. The winery has 45 hectares of vineyards. "If you respect nature, soil, climate, he will give you an exceptional Muscadet that combines sophistication and freshness." The company's philosophy is based on a huge love and passion for winemaking and minimal impact on the ecosystem. Winemaker himself at the estate Domaine du Moulin Camus in Muscadet area, Francois Boulanger offers a wide range of Loire Valley wines from family estates meeting high quality criteria. The soils from where Les Petits Princes comes are made of flinty clay and alluvial gravel. For more info, visit Huteau Boulanger website. VARIETALS 70% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Chardonnay VINTAGE 2023 Download Tasting Note

Domaine de Fiervaux Les Écobues Chenin Saumur Blanc

Vinum Lector Staff — Thu, 26 Dec 2024 09:07:23 +0000

The Domaine de Fiervaux was born from a family farm established in Saumurois with 4ha of vines, and taken over in 1890 by Henri Maitreau. 40 years later, his son Jules succeeded him, constantly improving the vineyard. In 1960, Georges Cousin and his wife Juliette Maitreau, daughter of Jules, took over the reins and developed the estate, hence the origin of the name Cousin-Maitreau, developing the vineyard from 8 ha to 28 ha with the planting of several grape varieties in order to create a wide range. For more info, visit Domaine de Fiervaux website. VARIETALS 100% Chenin Blanc VINTAGE 2023 Download Tasting Note

Clos de Nouys Vouvray Sec AOP

Vinum Lector Staff — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 14:07:20 +0000

Clos de Nouys is an estate of about twenty hectares planted on the Vouvray appellation, managed by François Chainier. It is made up of vines that are on average 35 years old. Already listed in the geological maps of 1907, it is one of the oldest wine estates of the AOC: its wines were served on board the Normandie liner in 1936 and on the most beautiful tables in the world. Its plots of vines were already noted among the best. This 100% Chenin Blanc is grown on clay-limestone soils on the north bank of the Loire, on the hillsides of Vouvray. For more info, visit Domaine Chainier website. VARIETALS 100% Chenin Blanc VINTAGE 2022 Download Tasting Note

Château de Pocé Touraine Sauvignon Blanc AOP

Vinum Lector Staff — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 13:54:40 +0000

The history of the Chainier family begins in the 18th century when Pierre Chainier's ancestors cultivated vines in the Bordeaux region. This tradition has been passed down from father to son and the Chainier Company now brings together many professional players, wine companies and major importers. The Château de Pocé, known as "la Châtellenie", dates from the 15th century and is located in Pocé-sur-Cisse, on the perimeter of the UNESCO world heritage site, a stone's throw from the Château d'Amboise. This 100% Sauvignon is grown on the hillsides located on the north bank of the Loire in the commune of Pocé s/Cisse, on clay-siliceous-calcareous soils. For more info, visit Domaine Chainier website. VARIETALS 100% Sauvignon Blanc VINTAGE 2023 Download Tasting Note

Jean Pabiot et Fils Kiméride Pouilly-Fumé

Vinum Lector Staff — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:24:16 +0000

Son and grandson of Jean Pabiot, Alain and Jérôme manage the Domaine des Fines Caillottes within the Pouilly-Fumé appellation. The terroirs, mainly clay limestone, are therefore very varied: white limestone pebbles known as "caillottes", marl with small fossilized oysters (kimmeridgian) and flint. This diversity of terroirs gives the estate’s wines their aromatic complexity.

"Kiméride" comes from Kimmeridgian, the period of the geological formation of this terroir. This vintage is a selection of plots from this terroir whose limestone stones are dotted with fossils (ammonites, small oysters, etc.). This cuvée is produced only with the best vintages, and exclude grapes from young vines.

Richness, concentration, elegance and intense aromas of ripe fruit characterize this Pouilly-Fumé which expresses the quintessence of Sauvignon.

Certified TERRA VITIS (for the respect of the environment, Men and wines produced) and HIGH ENVIRONMENTAL VALUE (for the respect of biodiversity and the reduction of the inputs). For more info, visit Jean Pabiot et Fils website. VARIETALS 100% Sauvignon Blanc VINTAGE 2020 Download Tasting Note

Jean Pabiot La Merisière Sancerre

Vinum Lector Staff — Sat, 06 Jul 2024 14:06:40 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13.5%

APPEARANCE
A beautiful light gold color.

NOSE
The nose opens elegantly with notes of ripe fruit and citrus.

PALATE
A delicious, full-bodied, fresh mouthfeel that expresses the olfactory aromas well with a very pleasant finish.

AGEING
Fermentation at controlled temperature, then aging on fine lees for several months, in stainless steel vats.

PAIRING
The white Sancerre “La Merisière” can be served on its own. It goes deliciously with starters, seafood, fish and certain cheeses, especially goat’s cheese.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
Ready to drink now, better within 2 to 5 years from the harvest.

RATINGS

3.9

Pierre Chainier Pinot Noir

Vinum Lector Staff — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 10:38:22 +0000

The Pierre Chainier House, based in Amboise, owns over 250 hectares divided between Tours and Amboise, directly cultivating and distributing all legendary grapes of the Loire Valley. The trading business gives opportunities to create harmonies of wine likely to answer to specific requests. The new range of Pierre Chainier shows blended cuvees of typical Pinot Noir varietals, developing partnerships with wine growers and the various cuvees are selected and blended after several tastings. For more info, visit Pierre Chainier website. VARIETALS 100% Pinot Noir VINTAGE 2023 Download Tasting Note

Pierre Chainier Rosé d’Anjou

Vinum Lector Staff — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 10:30:39 +0000

The Pierre Chainier House, based in Amboise, owns over 250 hectares divided between Tours and Amboise, directly cultivating and distributing all legendary grapes of the Loire Valley. The trading business gives opportunities to create harmonies of wine likely to answer to specific requests. Anjou appellation covers an area of 128 communes, including a number of sub-regional and communal AOP. Anjou region has a temperate oceanic climate, but mainly dry, with a narrow variation in temperature, known as the proverbial “douceur angevine” (Angevin delight). For more info, visit Pierre Chainier website. VARIETALS A blend of Grolleau and Gamay VINTAGE 2024 Download Tasting Note

Pierre Chainier Sauvignon Blanc

Vinum Lector Staff — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 10:18:53 +0000

The Pierre Chainier House, based in Amboise, owns over 250 hectares divided between Tours and Amboise, directly cultivating and distributing all legendary grapes of the Loire Valley. The trading business gives opportunities to create harmonies of wine likely to answer to specific requests. The new range of Pierre Chainier shows blended cuvees of typical Sauvignon Blanc varietals, developing partnerships with wine growers and the various cuvees are selected after several tastings. For more info, visit Pierre Chainier website. VARIETALS 100% Sauvignon Blanc VINTAGE 2024 Download Tasting Note