Château de Villeneuve - Saumur-Champigny Vieilles Vignes 2022
94/100 Coup de Cœur
RVF
94/100
Bettane & Desseauve
91/100
Vinous
"A ripe, full-bodied Cabernet that will appeal for its character and finesse"
“The 2022 Vieilles Vignes is fragrant and floral, with aromas of violet and ripe red cherry. It has a delicate texture with lovely minerality, good concentration, and a velvety mid-palate. Despite a warm and mild vintage, it remains very refreshing and flavorful on the finish. I’m delighted to be tasting it right now. You will be, too.” (Vinous 2025).
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Eye
A beautiful, bright garnet color with violet hues
Nose
Aromas of ripe fruit, blackcurrant, blueberry, raspberry, and strawberry
Palate
Juicy, with lovely freshness and a long finish, notes of licorice and spices, crisp tannins
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour beforehand, in a carafe
Drink before
2031
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with red meat, grilled dishes, cold cuts, seasonal vegetables, international cuisine, and cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2026 guide) 94/100
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
Wine rated (2026 guide) 94/100 Favorite
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 wine:
Still restrained and well-structured, Les Vieilles Vignes displays a concentrated, sun-kissed character, framed by refined tannins. Still in its prime, it needs three to four years to open up.
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 Saumur region’s most distinguished winemakers. We are thoroughly impressed by his perfectly balanced wines, which offer sensual interpretations of Cabernet Franc without compromising their terroir.
Vinous
Wine rated (2025 guide) 91/100
About the wine:
The 2022 Vieilles Vignes is fragrant and floral, with aromas of violet and ripe red cherry. It has a delicate texture with lovely minerality, good concentration, and a velvety mid-palate. Despite a warm and mild vintage, it remains very refreshing and flavorful on the finish. I’m delighted to be tasting it right now. You will be, too.
Customer rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. HENRI O. Posted on April 12, 2026
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