Ratings: Bettane & Desseauve 16/20 (Instant pleasure), Gault Millau 15/20, Gerbelle & Maurange 14.5/20, Robert Parker 88/100
“We appreciate the suppleness of the tannins and the tuffeau character against a backdrop of red fruit; the wine has gained in refinement and offers excellent value for money.” (Le Grand Guide des Vins de France 2012 - Bettane & Desseauve)
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Eye
beautiful, shiny dress
Nose
seductive, with notes of raspberry and redcurrant
Palate
aromas of red berries, soft tannins
Serve
at 14-16°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2019
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des grillades, des viandes rouges, 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
3.8/5
based on 4 reviews
Review by Ms. ELIZABETH B. Posted on 12/14/2015
A full-bodied wine that lacks a bit of freshness
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Review by Mr. BERTRAND S. Published on April 25, 2018
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Review by Mr. ERIC C. Posted on 12/10/2015
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Review by Mr. CHRISTOPHE H. Published on September 28, 2012
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