"Better known for its Bourgueils, the estate presents this Chinon—and what a Chinon it is! The ruby color is intense, though not as intense as the nose, which releases a deep bouquet blending very ripe fruit with sweet spices. The fruit, with blackcurrant at the forefront, comes into its own on a lively, full-bodied palate supported by silky, well-integrated tannins. Robust and generous, the jury loved it. Drink now or cell it for a few years. At this price, it’s a real steal.” (Le Guide Hachette 2026).
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Eye
Dark garnet color, brilliant
Nose
Juicy, with lovely complexity, aromas of very ripe red fruits, cocoa, dark chocolate, and sweet spices
Palate
Very full-bodied and rich, with silky, well-integrated tannins and smoky, peppery notes on the finish
Serve
Decant at 17-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2034+
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with meat dishes in sauce, game, capon stuffed with morel mushrooms, eggplant parmigiana, black pudding with chestnuts, aged cheeses...
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2026) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide) Featured (Successful Wine)
About the wine:
Although better known for its Bourgueils, the estate presents this Chinon—and what a Chinon it is! The ruby color is intense, though not as intense as the nose, which releases a deep bouquet blending very ripe fruit with sweet spices. The fruit—blackcurrant leading the way—unfolds on a lively, full-bodied palate, supported by silky, well-integrated tannins. Robust and generous, the jury really loved it. Enjoy it now or cell it for a few years. At this price, it’s a fantastic deal.
About the estate:
Owned by the Meslet, Thouet, and Rouzier families, this estate—founded in 1913 and known for its consistently high quality—spans 33 hectares, comprising 45 plots and three appellations: Chinon, Bourgueil, and Saint-Nicolas. It has been managed by Germain Meslet since 2012.
Customer Rating
3.7/5
based on 11 reviews
Review and rating by Mr. OLIVIER P. Posted on August 13, 2026
A very good Chinon made in the traditional style—that is, designed for aging. This 2023, tasted in August 2026, is already very pleasant after being decanted (lots of fruity notes but with character), and I suspect it will be even better in 2028–2030.
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Review by Ms. MARIANNE R. Posted on March 19, 2026
What a wine with character! Tannins on the palate, spices, and a lovely spicy intensity. It would benefit from being cellared for a while before drinking. Global warming? It’s starting to resemble the flavors of Côtes du Rhône… Great value for the price and a wonderful discovery!
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Review and opinion by Mr. GILLES D. Published on February 12, 2026
Fresh out of its youth, this well-raised Chinon makes an impression with its substantial tannic structure, which frames a silky texture of macerated and spicy black fruits, enlivened by a pronounced freshness and a touch too much pepper on the finish. A wine with character, discovered—it seems—a bit early, paired with a wild boar stir-fry with chanterelle mushrooms. Rating = 3.3.
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Review and comment by Mr. ERIC L. Published on July 18, 2026
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Review and comment by Mr. JEAN YVES M. Posted on March 4, 2026
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Review and comment by Mr. ROBERT P. Published on January 13, 2026
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Review by Mr. FREDERIC G. Published on 12/09/2025
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Review by Mr. PIERRE C. Published on 12/09/2025
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Review and rating by Mr. ERIC S. Posted on 11/27/2025
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Review by Ms. STEPHANIE M. Posted on 11/19/2025
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