Château de Coulaine - Chinon blanc Sinople 2022

Chinon|White wine|Organic

4.2/5 (8 customers)

92/100

RVF

Chenin

bold

balanced

white fruits

white meat

Asian cuisine

"Gourmet white"

“Sinople, a 2022 vintage with generous body, well-balanced by subtle bitter notes and an energetic finish. A substantial dry white wine perfect for the table.” (The RVF Guide 2024). A beautiful expression of Chenin, full of freshness, to enjoy with friends or family.

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Estate

Château de Coulaine

Vintage

Sinople

Vintage

2022

Designation

Chinon

Region

Loire

Grape varieties

Chenin Blanc

Terroirs

Clay-limestone soil, in the area known as “Clos de Coulaine” across from the castle, south-facing

Viticulture

Certified organic

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Winemaking

Pressing, settling of coarse lees, transfer to barrels, native yeasts, no chaptalization, unfiltered wine, filtration through clay, sulfiting as needed during aging and bottling, no malolactic fermentation

Livestock farming

Aged in barrels, 20% of which are new, for 11 months, on fine lees

Alcohol content

13.5%

Organic

Yes

Eye

Pale gold color

Nose

Intense and rich, with aromas of white fruit and exotic notes

Palate

Rich and full-bodied, with woody notes and a hint of pepper, offering a fine balance between acidity and richness

Serve

At 11-13°C

Drink before

2028

Food and wine pairings

Pair it with refined dishes such as river fish or white meats (zander, pike, filet mignon with turnips, parsnips, and oyster mushrooms), or Asian cuisine, such as coconut milk curries...

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Rated estate (2025 guide) 3*Stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)

About the estate:

The new generation at the helm of Bonnaventure—Jean and Tatiana—is taking this historic estate to new heights in the finest possible way. The age of the vines and the shift toward organic farming are contributing to the growing success of this estate, which offers excellent value for money. A highly recommended range from a reputable producer.

RVF - The French Wine Review / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2024 guide) 92/100

Rated estate (2025 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)

About the wine:

Sinople, a 2022 vintage with generous body, nicely balanced by subtle bitter notes and an energetic finish. A full-bodied dry white wine perfect for the table.

About the estate:

The estate has been in the Bonnaventure family since the Middle Ages, when the vines of the historic vineyard at Château de Turpenay were first planted. In 1988, Étienne and Pascale de Bonnaventure undertook the expansion of the estate. They revived the spirit of the great wines of Beaumont, the first tier of the Chinon appellation on the Loire side, where the Cabernets, under a more oceanic influence, gain delicacy and fruit finesse compared to those from the eastern part of the appellation. Château de Coulaine now produces a brilliant range of organic Chinons, combining fresh fruit with elegant texture. The vintages do not obscure the expression of the terroirs: the suppleness (Beaumont clay and silica) in Château de Coulaine and the fresh firmness of the clay-limestone soils in Les Picasses, Clos de Turpenay (south-facing), and La Diablesse (in its old-vine version, north-facing). Since January 2017, Jean de Bonnaventure, the son of Étienne and Pascale, has been at the helm of the estate and continues the family’s legacy with rigor, tact, and sensitivity.

Wine Enthusiast

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)

Customer rating

4.2/5

based on 8 reviews

Review by Mr. ROMAIN C. Posted on 02/06/2026

A wonderful discovery—a very enjoyable white wine with honeyed aromas and a lovely balance between richness and acidity!