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Domaine François Chidaine

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Domaine François Chidaine
François Chidaine started out in 1989 in Montlouis-sur-Loire with just a few hectares of vines, leaving with passion in his soul and solid perseverance as his only luggage. His raw material: Chenin, the grape variety of the Montlouis-sur-Loire appellation. Right from the start, the richness of the appellation was not lost on him.

Aware that he has in his hands a unique natural heritage, François Chidaine specifically cultivates each parcel and produces a wide range of cuvées according to the particularities of the vines. It was also with this in mind that, from the outset, he was interested in growing vines in Organic, and then in Biodynamic viticulture. In 1999, the entire vineyard was cultivated according to this principle.

That same year, Domaine François Chidaine expanded, and was joined by his wife Manuéla and, three years later, Nicolas Martin. In 2006, Domaine François Chidaine acquired vineyards in Vouvray, also cultivated biodynamically by this trio, who produce wines with luminous hues, appreciated for their precision and refined over time.

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François Chidaine - Vin de France Baudoin 2023 (sec)

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95/100 Bettane & Desseauve

(Vintage 2022 notes)
floral
powerful
complex

"A luminous and elegant wine, a superb reference!"

Planted in the Vouvray appellation area, Baudoin is a pretty, complex dry white with undeniable aromatic finesse, opening with floral and fruity notes and a fine touch of acacia honey. A well-balanced wine on the palate, revealing lovely aromatic power. A white of choice!

François Chidaine - Touraine rouge 2022

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3.9/5 (7 reviews)

round-tipped
gourmet
aperitif

"A light, gourmet Touraine, perfect as an aperitif".

This charming red harmoniously blends Cabernet Franc, Côt and Pineau d'Aunis grapes, with a nose of red fruits reminiscent of Morello cherry and raspberry. A supple, fruity, well-balanced wine, with a finish of delicately spicy white pepper (characteristic of Pineau d'Aunis).

François Chidaine - Touraine blanc Sauvignon 2023

balanced
freshness
citrus

"Ideal to accompany your shellfish and grilled fish, a pleasant, fresh and aromatic vintage".

This Touraine white has a limpid, brilliant color, and expresses itself in a floral register that gradually reveals a delicate citrus bouquet. The palate is balanced between freshness and fleshy, supple fruitiness.

François Chidaine - Moelleux 2018

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4.3/5 (3 reviews)

93/100 Vinous

freshness
delicious
desserts

"Very refined for this mellow, at the top of its region".

With a very small but high-quality harvest, François Chidaine has produced this Chenin Blanc with a fine balance underlined by remarkable freshness, fullness and length. A superb mellow wine full of character!

François Chidaine - Montlouis sur Loire Les Bournais 2022 (sec)

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92/100 Vinous

chenin
chalky finish
superb

"Always a very successful vintage, with a unique profile, to be discovered!"

"The wonderful Les Bournais draws inimitable freshness from its soil, so perfectly taming the year's sunny character, and offering an airy, floral, saline finish. A delightful Chenin" (Le Guide RVF 2025).

François Chidaine - Montlouis sur Loire Clos Habert 2020 (tendre)

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89/100 RVF

demi-sec
elegant
salt
delicate

"This fine Montlouis is a real treat, with a gourmet profile that reflects the brilliance of Chenin.

This cuvée reveals notes of truffle and white fruit, with a minerality marked by the Clos Habert terroir. It has great aromatic complexity and excellent balance, with a rather long finish. A superb Chenin!

François Chidaine - Montlouis sur Loire Les Tuffeaux 2020 (tendre)

88/100 RVF

demi-sec
freshness
delicate
ripe fruit

"The legendary nobility of Chenin Blanc sublimated in this cuvée".

This demi-sec will seduce you with its delicate aromas of white and exotic fruit. Rich, tender and gourmet, it is fresh on the palate, with lovely notes of acidity. Superb balance!

François Chidaine - Montlouis sur Loire Les Choisilles 2022 (sec)

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92/100 Decanter

white fruit
voltage
bittersweet

"A very fine, racy wine, vivacity and freshness are the watchwords of this cuvée!"

"The wine has a golden color and a citrus nose with a lemon sorbet perfume. The palate is rich and round, barely dry with 3 g/l residual sugar and a pineapple-like sweetness to the bright fruit. Clean and crisp, with delicious freshness and chalky minerality. Wonderful balance and elegance, with the lightness of texture that Chenin achieves in Montlouis. The finish is savory and saline. Very pleasant to drink. (Decanter 2024).

François Chidaine - Montlouis sur Loire Clos du Breuil 2023 (sec)

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92/100 RVF

(Vintage 2022 notes)
fruity
mineral
shellfish

"A top-of-the-range Montlouis sur Loire, a very fine reference to have in your cellar!"

Charming, with fleshy fruit, this choice cuvée offers notes of citrus and licorice. The palate balances freshness and roundness, revealing a mineral character in a finish sustained by a hint of bitterness.

François Chidaine - Montlouis sur Loire Clos du Breuil 2022 (sec)

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4/5 (1 review)

92/100 RVF

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16,5/20 Jancis Robinson

(Vintage 2021 notes)
fruity
mineral
shellfish

“A high-end Montlouis sur Loire, a must-have in your cellar!”

Charming, with fleshy fruit, this choice cuvée offers notes of citrus and licorice. The palate balances freshness and roundness, revealing a mineral character in a finish sustained by a hint of bitterness.

François Chidaine - Vin de France Baudoin 2022 (sec)

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94/100 RVF

(Vintage 2021 notes)
chenin
floral
powerful
complex
fish
lobster

Planted in the Vouvray appellation area, Baudoin is a lovely, complex dry white with undeniable aromatic finesse, opening with floral and fruity notes and a fine touch of acacia honey. A well-balanced wine on the palate, revealing lovely aromatic power. A white of choice!

François Chidaine - Montlouis sur Loire Les Grillonnières by Alice Chidaine 2022 (sec)

92/100 RVF

(Vintage 2021 notes)
chenin
mineral
citrus
oysters and seafood
fish
foie gras

"A unique vintage!

Les Grillonnières by Alice Chidaine reveals a freshness with accents of yellow and lime zest, combined with a delicate minerality. On the palate, the wine is well-balanced and pleasantly fresh. A lovely cuvée, perfect as an aperitif, but also with fish and refined dishes. Limited quantities available!

François Chidaine - Vin de France Les Argiles 2022 (Sec)

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90/100 Vinous

(Vintage 2021 notes)
chenin
mineral
aromatic
white fruit
saline final
fish
shellfish

"From the Vouvray side

Vines over 40 years old on a soil composed of deep clay and white chalk. chalky-clay soil. This cuvée reveals the liveliness of Chenin blended with notes of citrus, fresh white fruit and finely herbaceous fragrances. Harmonious balance on the palate, with a taut, saline finish. A great Loire wine to serve with shellfish or fine fish!

François Chidaine - Montlouis sur Loire Les Epinays by Pierre Chidaine blanc 2021 MAGNUM (sec)

96/100 Coup de Cœur RVF

chenin
mineral
citrus
oysters and seafood
cheeses
magnum
new

"Les Epinays 2021, a dry Chenin matured in a glass globe with unprecedented precision. The chalky energy it develops chisels a radiant depth that is extremely salivating. This is a wonderful illustration of what we're looking for today in a great Loire white." (RVF 2024 guide)

François Chidaine - Touraine rosé 2022

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3.4/5 (5 reviews)

90/100 Vinous

fruity
friand
thirst quencher
tangy fruits
vegetable pie

"Chidaine's Rosé 2022 is a blend of Grolleau, Pinot Noir and Gamay. Bright and effusive, with incredible aromatic intensity, the Rosé is seductive from the start. The interplay of aromas, bright minerality and layered fruit, delivers a delicious and charming Rosé that is absolutely exquisite." (Vinous 2023) Best served with summer salads, grilled meats or savory tarts...