“A Chinon grown on calcareous clay and flint soils, powerful as it should be, whose deep color heralds a rich, ripe, concentrated nose of black fruits enhanced by spices resulting from a long aging in barrels and casks (18 months). Very opulent and velvety on the palate, the wine generously fills the mouth and unfolds its full-bodied flavors in a harmonious whole that lacks neither structure nor length.” (Le Guide Hachette 2026).
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Eye
Deep ruby color
Nose
Expressive, with aromas of crisp red berries and dark fruits, along with notes of forest floor and spice, and a hint of animal character
Palate
Powerful and full-bodied, smooth, with well-integrated oak, lovely acidity, and supple, elegant tannins
Serve
At 15-16°C
Open
1 hour in advance in a carafe
Drink before
2033+
Food and wine pairings
Best enjoyed with red meats—including game, duck breast, or ribeye—it pairs best with “Sainte-Maure” goat cheese…
Bettane & Desseauve
Winery rated 1*Star (A high-quality, recommended production that lives up to what one would expect from its appellation(s))
About the estate:
Established since 1981 on part of the family estate in Cravant-les-Coteaux, Pierre Sourdais cultivates his 27 hectares of vineyards using organic farming methods, with vineyards located both on the plains and on the hillsides. The Réserve-Stanislas and Les-Boulaies vintages are top picks; they offer the wines with the strongest tannic structure and the greatest aging potential.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2026) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the wine:
A Chinon grown on calcareous clay and flint soils, powerful as it should be, whose deep color heralds a rich, ripe, concentrated nose of black fruits enhanced by spices resulting from a long aging in barrels and casks (18 months). Very opulent and smooth on the palate, the wine generously fills the mouth and unfolds its full-bodied flavors in a harmonious whole that lacks neither structure nor length.
About the estate:
It was at Moulin-à-Tan that oak bark was once ground for use in tanning hides at the region’s many tanneries. Today, the old mill has given way to a 27-hectare organic vineyard run by Pierre Sourdais, who is gradually passing the business on to his daughter Caroline and son-in-law Sylvain. A sure bet in the Chinon region.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated domain City