The winery
André et Michel Quenard
Family-run estate in Chignin (Savoie) specializing in mountain wines: Chignin, Chignin-Bergeron, reds and sparkling wines produced on the steep terraces of the coteau de Torméry.
- Savoie (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes) · Francia
- Since 1976
- 4 products
The story
This is a family estate with historical roots in the Chignin area; the estate is documented as being established in its current form in 1976, while the family's winemaking tradition is described as much older. Today the estate is run by the younger generation, who continues the work begun by André and Michel.
Production philosophy
Manual work in the vineyard and traditional winemaking, with a respectful approach to the land: hand-harvested grapes, nature-conscious practices and limited interventions. The stated objective is to express the purity of the grape variety and the terroir.
Terroir and vineyards
South-facing vineyards on the coteau de Torméry, in the commune of Chignin. The vineyards extend between approximately 300 and 400 metres above sea level on very steep slopes and on the typical calcareous scree soils of the area.
Awards and recognition
Selections and awards listed online: various mentions in Guide Hachette, Revue des Vins de France, Gilbert & Galliard, and references in Decanter. There is a specific mention of a Gold Medal for the CHIGNIN GAMAY "La Voie Sarde".
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Jacquère
- Roussanne (Bergeron)
- Altesse (Roussette)
- Mondeuse
- Gamay
- Pinot Noir
- Persan
- Malvoisie
- Petite Arvine
What makes it distinctive
- Vineyards on the steep terraces of the coteau de Torméry
- Specializing in local appellations: Vin de Savoie Chignin and Chignin-Bergeron
- Hand‑harvested grapes and traditional winemaking; practice of limiting sulphur during vinification.
- Production of Crémant de Savoie and Méthode Ancestrale, as well as still wines.
- Regularly featured in specialist guides and magazines
