Domaine Ogereau - Quarts de Chaume La Martinière 2018 (50 cl)
3*Coup de Coeur
Hachette
“Chenin Nectar”
“Vincent Ogereau advocates a ‘Burgundian approach to terroir’ in his work with these vineyards. Here, a Brioverian schist terroir has given rise to this Quarts-de-Chaume, which boasts a magnificent, intense golden-yellow color. The nose, both rich and delicate, evokes elegant aromas of honeysuckle, dried apricot, honey, and sweet spices, enlivened by citrus notes. The palate, full-bodied, opulent, and smooth, underscored by a subtle, tangy acidity, displays perfect balance. Pleasant and lingering vanilla flavors enliven the finish.” (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2021)
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Eye
Dazzling gold dress
Nose
Intense notes of candied citrus, mango, and subtle hints of dried flowers
Palate
A delicate flavor carried by the minerality and bitter notes of Quarts de Chaume
Serve
At 10°C
Drink before
2038
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with baked or stewed fruit desserts, or as an after-dinner drink...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
Vincent and Emmanuel Ogereau are at the helm, tending to their vineyards in Anjou, Savennières, and Coteaux-du-Layon Saint-Lambert. These music enthusiasts craft a harmonious blend of Chenin and Cabernet, serenely cultivating their 23 hectares using organic farming methods. This charming estate, highly representative of the Anjou vineyards, has seen remarkable progress over the past few vintages: quite simply, everything is excellent! One is stunned by the wines’ definition, finesse, and elegance. The range brilliantly combines indulgence and immediate pleasure with aging potential, featuring beautiful aging in 400-liter barrels that add depth to the wines. The Coteaux-du-Layon offers a magnificent balance; the dry whites stand out for their pure, sparkling fruit, while the reds are approachable and lively. This is a winery to watch very closely. The prices listed are wine merchant prices.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2021 guide) 3*Top Pick (Exceptional wine)
Rated estate (2021 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the wine:
Vincent Ogereau advocates for a "Burgundian approach to terroir" in his work with these vineyards. Here, a Brioverian schist terroir has given rise to this Quarts-de-Chaume, which boasts a magnificent, intense golden-yellow color. The nose, both rich and delicate, evokes elegant aromas of honeysuckle, dried apricot, honey, and mild spices, enlivened by citrus notes. The palate, full-bodied, opulent, and smooth, underscored by a subtle, tangy structure, displays perfect balance. Pleasant and lingering vanilla flavors enliven the finish.
About the estate:
Located in the Layon Valley, this estate—founded in the late 19th century—has earned numerous awards and Favorites the Anjou region. The 24-hectare vineyard (currently transitioning to organic farming) is managed by Vincent Ogereau, one of the Loire Valley’s most talented winemakers, who has been assisted by his son Emmanuel since 2014. A must-visit.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2020 guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the estate:
Vincent Ogereau works alongside his son Emmanuel, who brings a solid international background to the business and is determined to continue the tradition of producing great terroir-driven Chenin wines, both dry and sweet. The estate meticulously harvests healthy grapes (free of botrytis in the dry wines) and offers a broad, consistent range of red, white, and rosé wines that reflect the mosaic of schist soils. Notable among these is the Bonnes Blanches terroir, which produces one of the most complete and velvety Coteaux-du-Layon wines, capable of aging for at least fifteen years. Clos Le Grand Beaupréau (on the wind-blown sands at the summit of the Épiré hill) and L'Enthousiasme (a sandstone vein at the top of the Épiré hill) rank among the appellation’s most ambitious whites. A plot of Chenin was planted in 2017 on a Carboniferous rock hillside in Ardenay to explore a new expression of Angevin white wine.