Château de Villeneuve - Clos de la Bienboire 2015
16/20
RVF
15/20
Bettane & Desseauve
Although it lives up to its name, it was the land registry that gave this small 1.5-hectare vineyard its name. It’s said that horses used to come here to drink… Winemade to highlight the fruit’s natural character, it’s perfect for sipping and also pairs well with sunny lunches. It’s ideal with summer barbecues, or simply enjoyed with friends as an aperitif.
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Nose
on the fruit and the bell pepper
Palate
Fruity with a smooth opening. Rich and light
Serve
at 14-16°C
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2019
Food and Wine Pairings
Pairs well with grilled meats, a charcuterie platter...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 15/20 + Editor's Choice (2013 vintage) (Very good wine)
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 hillside in Souzay, where the Clos de la Bienboire sets the tone with a delicious red wine, 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
Wine rated (2016 guide) 16/20 (2013 vintage) (Very good wine)
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:
Historically, Villeneuve has been a great terroir for dry and, at times, sweet Chenin Blanc (Coteaux de Saumur appellation), with remarkable aging potential. Jean-Pierre Chevallier manages the family vineyard—partly located on the spectacular Côte de Souzay—with rigor and passion. Faithfully capturing the essence of this limestone slope, this oenologist—trained in the Bordeaux school—crafts consistent, deeply colored reds with fresh, vibrant texture. He has gradually refined his aging techniques and consistently established himself as one of the finest winemakers in the Saumur region. We are thoroughly impressed by his perfectly balanced wines, which offer sensual interpretations of Cabernet Franc without compromising their terroir.