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François Chidaine - Montlouis sur Loire Les Grillonnières by Alice Chidaine 2023 (sec)
François Chidaine - Montlouis-sur-Loire Les Grillonnières by Alice Chidaine 2023 (dry)

François Chidaine - Montlouis sur Loire Les Grillonnières by Alice Chidaine 2023 (sec)

Montlouis-sur-Loire|White wine|Organic
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94/100

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92/100

RVF

Chenin
mineral
balanced
rich
oysters and seafood

“A great Montlouis that perfectly balances richness, freshness, and delicacy!”

Les Grillonnières reveals a vibrant freshness with notes of yellow and green lemon, complemented by a subtle minerality. Made from century-old vines, this Montlouis captivates with its aromatic richness—featuring yellow fruits and delicate floral notes—and its remarkable balance of richness, smoothness, and liveliness. Ideal as an aperitif or paired with fine dishes.

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Estate

Domaine François Chidaine

Vintage

Les Grillonnières by Alice Chidaine

Vintage

2023

Designation

Montlouis-sur-Loire

Region

Loire

Grape Varieties

Chenin (vignes de 100 ans)

Regions

Flint-clay soils, bedrock consisting of Tuffeau, facing due south

Viticulture

Certified organic and biodynamic

Grape Harvest

Manual methods with successive sorting

Wine Production

Pressing in a pneumatic press; alcoholic fermentation carried out by indigenous yeasts in 620-liter wooden barrels; no malolactic fermentation

Livestock Farming

6 to 8 months on the total lees in demi-muids

Alcohol content

14%

Residual sugars

3.17 g/L

Organic

Yes

Eye

Clear, brilliant color

Nose

A pure, delicate, and fresh bouquet with aromas of yellow fruits, floral notes, yellow and green lemon zest, and a subtle minerality

Palate

Intense and concentrated, refined, with delicate mineral acidity, fine tannins, and a refreshing, iodine-like finish

Serve

Decant at 11-12°C

Open

1 hour before

Drink before

2036+

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy as an aperitif with sea bass, sole, lobster, a seafood platter, goat cheese, and more...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Bettane & Desseauve

Wine rated (2027 guide) 94/100

Rated estate (2026 guide): 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)

About the estate:

François Chidaine, one of the leaders of the Montlouis wine revival, brings out all the nuances of each vineyard plot—ranging from flint-rich clay to white Tuffeau chalk—using biodynamic farming methods. Having revitalized about ten hectares of Vouvray vineyards on the opposite bank, this winemaker—who is strongly supported by his wife, Manuela—now also relies on his children, Alice and Pierre, who have joined the estate. These great wines for fine dining improve with age.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

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

Wine rated (2027 guide) 92/100

Rated estate (2026 guide): 3*Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience.)

About the wine:

As for the 2023 dry whites, they are characterized by their softness, with a hint of bitterness to enhance the finish—much like the Grillonnières.

About the estate:

Since his debut in 1989, François Chidaine has become a major player in the world of Loire whites, an unparalleled winemaker now revered by many other vintners. He is among those who put Montlouis—his original stronghold—on the map. In the early 2000s, he expanded his operations in Vouvray, notably by acquiring Clos Baudoin from the Poniatowski family. With the help of his wife, Manuéla, François has continuously refined his winemaking and aging techniques, carrying out meticulous work in vineyards that have been certified biodynamic since 1999. We cannot praise highly enough the caliber achieved by the wines of this exceptional winemaker. The “Vins de France” are, in fact, Vouvray wines that, because they are vinified outside their appellation zone, cannot bear the appellation name. The lineup consists of blends from various plots (Choisilles, Argiles, Tuffeaux, Moelleux) and single-vineyard wines (Clos du Breuil, Les Bournais, Clos Habert, Baudoin). The sparkling fruitiness of these wines requires a few years in the cellar to open up and fully reveal itself. An essential estate for any lover of the great Chenin expressions from the Loire Valley. The transition to his children, Pierre and Alice, is proceeding smoothly.

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