A Chinon with character—a fine expression of the terroir!
Fleurus Guide 18/20, Gault Millau 17/20An iconic figure in the Chinon region, the estate Charles Joguet produces must-try wines, including “ Les Varennes du Grand Clos "From the estate's largest vineyard, a plot whose exceptional terroir lends it this natural elegance. It offers a beautiful expression of red and black berries, enhanced by subtle spicy notes. Its robust tannic structure, supported by a delicate acidity, makes it a wine with solid aging potential that will be truly wonderful once its tannins have softened. A fine example of the appellation!"
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Eye
a garnet color, clear and bright
Nose
Delicate and complex, with aromas of red and black fruits and hints of spice
Palate
A crisp, lively attack, with a silky texture and a lovely tannic structure. The finish is long and fresh, with hints of spice.
Serve
served in a carafe at 16–17°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink from
2008
High point
2012
Drink before
2015
Food and wine pairings
Une viande rouge grillée, des rognons de veau, un veau aux girolles, un rôti de porc à la sauge...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2025 guide) 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
For Anne-Charlotte Genet, the pursuit of perfectly balanced tannins that are smooth and seamless is the key to producing wines that are enjoyable both young and aged. The result is a range of captivating wines that embody charm, complexity, sensuality, and great refinement. With a rare insight into the vineyard and the winemaking process, this estate represents the very best of the Chinon region.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2025 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
Founded in 1957 by Charles Joguet in Sazilly, on the left bank of the Vienne River, this estate has returned to the pinnacle of the Chinon appellation—a testament to the team overseeing winemaking and the vineyards, selected by owner Jacques Genet. They maintain a high standard of excellence, given the estate’s size. Above all, the winemakers have revived a vibrant spirit of freshness in their great Cabernets, which are unique in that they are grown on northeast-facing slopes. Few Loire estates possess such essential flagship wines: Clos de la Dioterie (2 hectares of 80-year-old vines on clay-limestone soils, northeast-facing, in Sazilly), Clos du Chêne Vert (2 hectares in the town of Chinon, southwest-facing, steep slope, clay-limestone and flinty clay), Les Varennes du Grand Clos (4.5 hectares in Sazilly), aged eighteen months in barrels followed by ten months in bottles before release. As for the entry-level cuvées, they succeed in making Cabernet Franc accessible and refined without losing the terroir’s essence. This is a great quality! These modern Cabernet Francs, both refined and deep, achieve the feat of remaining approachable, as seen in the 2019, 2020, and now 2021 vintages—among the most ambitious in the Loire!
Wine Enthusiast
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Customer rating
3/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. JEAN CHARLES G. Published on April 6, 2015
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Review by Mr. PATRICK F. Posted on 11/13/2012
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