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It is François Chidaine who, since 1989, has sounded the awakening of the wines of Touraine and given the white Chenin its letters of nobility. Biodynamic since 1999, his wines show a crystalline purity and a vibrancy that are a reference... with prices that are just as exemplary. After several vintages ruined by frost or hail from 2013 to 2016, we find the Domaine Chidaine in great shape since 2017.

Rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

It is François Chidaine who, since 1989, has sounded the awakening of the wines of Touraine and given the white Chenin its letters of nobility. Biodynamic since 1999, his wines show a crystalline purity and a vibrancy that are a reference... with prices that are just as exemplary. After several vintages ruined by frost or hail from 2013 to 2016, we find the Domaine Chidaine in great shape since 2017.

Rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

This is the Domain which, through its transition to biodynamics and its parcel selections, has in recent years shown the best qualitative progress in the Loire Valley. Crystalline chenins and ripe Cabernet Franc, all bred with mastery to sublimate the purity and identity of the juices, between tension, crunch, refinement and generosity. In white as in red, a dazzling and flawless range. "2013 marks a qualitative and emotional turning point. The latest vintages are exceptional" according to Mr. Bettane. Domain rated three stars in the guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

A new generation of winegrowers is waking Cahors up. Rustic wines with coarse tannins are a thing of the past. Make way for digestible, tasty, fruity and velvety malbecs. The duo Matthieu Cosse (the oenologist) / Catherine Maisonneuve (the winegrower) is part of this new Cadurian elite, with a magnificent range of wines where purity, precision and elegance prevail. "Transcending the boundaries of its appellation, the estate is one of the best in France" for Mr. Bettane. 

Rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France guide.

Supple on the palate, beautiful freshness, tannins not very marked, La Fage is a Cahors that is greedy, pleasant and joyful.

A new generation of winegrowers is waking Cahors up. Rustic wines with coarse tannins are a thing of the past. Make way for digestible, tasty, fruity and velvety malbecs. The duo Matthieu Cosse (the oenologist) / Catherine Maisonneuve (the winegrower) is part of this new Cadurian elite, with a magnificent range of wines where purity, precision and elegance prevail. "Transcending the boundaries of its appellation, the estate is one of the best in France" for Mr. Bettane.

Rated two stars in the 2021 Revue du Vin de France guide.

Cahors de caractère, Les Laquets is long and racy, with a persistent finish (cedar and black fruits), perfectly balanced by a fine and precise maturing. Perfect representation of the Cossse/ Maisonneuve style.

A new generation of winegrowers is waking Cahors up. Rustic wines with coarse tannins are a thing of the past. Make way for digestible, tasty, fruity and velvety malbecs. The duo Matthieu Cosse (the oenologist) / Catherine Maisonneuve (the winegrower) is part of this new Cadurian elite, with a magnificent range of wines where purity, precision and elegance prevail. "Transcending the boundaries of its appellation, the estate is one of the best in France" for Mr. Bettane.

Rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France guide.

La Marguerite is the prestigious cuvée of the Domaine, coming from a 2.5 hectare plot on the famous siderolithic terroir (clay-limestone mixed with reddish iron deposits). A wine of great potential where minerality vies with intensity. Splendid!

A new generation of winegrowers is waking Cahors up. Rustic wines with coarse tannins are a thing of the past. Make way for digestible, tasty, fruity and velvety malbecs. The duo Matthieu Cosse (the oenologist) / Catherine Maisonneuve (the winegrower) is part of this new Cadurian elite, with a magnificent range of wines where purity, precision and elegance prevail. "Transcending the boundaries of its appellation, the estate is one of the best in France" for Mr. Bettane. 

Rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France guide.

Sidérolithe is the 100% cabernet franc counterpart (on iron clay) of their other cuvée Marguerite which is 100% malbec. Its aromas of raspberry and violet and its velvety texture are immediately reminiscent of Pomerol.

Located in Gelos, this small estate (2 ha on the top of a hill facing the Pyrenees) is the most oriental of the Jurançon appellation. Replanted in 2005 and immediately converted to organic farming, Sarros proves with its dry whites that manseng (small or large) is indeed one of the greatest French white grape varieties. These frank, vibrant wines are a credit to the appellation and offer unrivalled value for money.

La Contrée is a blend of gros manseng, lauzet and petit manseng. A lively, even nervous wine, with a fresh nose divided between white flowers, lemon verbena and citrus fruits.

Located in Gelos, this small estate (2 ha on the top of a hill facing the Pyrenees) is the most oriental of the Jurançon appellation. Replanted in 2005 and immediately converted to organic farming, Sarros proves with its dry whites that manseng (small or large) is indeed one of the greatest French white grape varieties. These frank, vibrant wines are a credit to the appellation and offer unrivalled value for money.

"La Vallée Heureuse" is composed of 100% small manseng. The characteristic aromas of the grape variety (pineapple and peach) are revealed behind the hazelnut notes brought by the maturing process. A harmonious gastronomic wine, with a long and delicate finish.

After a degree in chemistry, Maxime Salharang chose, somewhat by chance, to go into oenology. He trained in several great Bordeaux châteaux (Smith Haut-Lafitte, Carbonnieux) and was introduced to biodynamics at the Domaine de Souch in Jurançon, before going into his own vineyards at Clos Larrouyat (3 ha) with his wife Lucie. The full eastern exposure and the unique specificity of the subsoil (clay and pebbles rolled on a strip of Trias) give his wines a delicate freshness, intensity, minerality and length rare for the appellation. The work and thoughtful application of the Salharang couple convince us that Clos Larrouyat is a future great of the appellation. Quoted in the 2022 guide of the Revue du Vin de France.

"Météore" is a blend of 30% gros manseng and 70% petit manseng, aged for 6 months in non-new barrels. Fresh and delicate, lively and intense, with a marked saline touch on the finish.