Rating: Gault Millau 17/20, RVF 16/20
“It opens with hints of citrus, followed by delicate wisteria, all while unfolding into mineral notes. The palate is crisp, with a texture of magnificent, sharp astringency that gradually mellows. A wine structured around vertical elegance. ” (Les Meilleurs Vins de France 2011 – Gault Millau)
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Eye
a pale dress with green highlights
Nose
opens with citrus aromas, followed by mineral notes
Palate
sleek, very expressive
Serve
at 14°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2015
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des poissons, des fromages...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide): 4* Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
Still active on his estate, Jean-Pierre Chevalier has passed on his passion for wine to his two daughters, Caroline and Cécile. They make the most of this limestone slope in Souzay, where the Clos de la Bienboire sets the tone as a delicious red, followed by the velvety and refined Vieille Vigne cuvée. The whites are no exception; the wines age beautifully in the bottle, and the older vintages are true benchmarks. With prices that remain attractive, this is one of the most exciting certified organic estates in the region.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2026 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
Villeneuve has historically been a premier terroir for dry and occasionally sweet Chenin Blanc (Coteaux de Saumur appellation), with remarkable aging potential. Jean-Pierre Chevallier manages the family vineyard—partly situated on the spectacular Souzay hillside—with meticulous care and passion. Faithfully capturing the essence of this limestone slope, this oenologist—trained in the Bordeaux school—crafts consistent, vibrant reds with fresh, lively structure. He has gradually refined his aging techniques and consistently established himself as one of the greatest stylists in the Saumur region. We are thoroughly impressed by his perfectly balanced wines, which offer sensual interpretations of Cabernet Franc without compromising their origins.
Customer rating
4.7/5
based on 3 reviews
Review by Mr. ERIC C. Posted on 12/10/2015
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Review by Mr. DAMIEN P. Published on August 29, 2015
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Review by Mr. FABIEN D. Published on August 11, 2015
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