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Montlouis-sur-Loire Les Bournais Sec - Francois Chidaine

Francois Chidaine
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Chenin Blanc Montlouis-sur-Loire AOC 75 cl

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Technical information

Producer
Francois Chidaine
Name
Montlouis-sur-Loire AOC
Variety
Chenin Blanc
Gradation
13.5%
Format
75 cl
Aromatic profile
Floral notes, white-fleshed fruit, mineral
Vinification method
Fermentation in stainless steel
Aging
A few months in steel or neutral wood
Type of cask
Demi-muids of 600 liters
Color
Straw yellow
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The Montlouis-sur-Loire Les Bournais Sec from Francois Chidaine is a French white wine that gleams in the glass with its golden hue and bright reflections. Made exclusively from hand-selected Chenin Blanc grapes from the Loire Valley vineyards, this wine embodies a pure expression of the Les Bournais terroir, known for its unique limestone-rich soil.

On the nose, Montlouis-sur-Loire Les Bournais Sec reveals a complex and enticing bouquet, with notes of white-fleshed fruit, such as peaches and pears, enriched by floral hints of acacia and honey. Once on the palate, the structure is robust yet balanced, with a fresh acidity leading to a persistent and mineral finish. Maturation in used barrels imparts a subtle vanilla note and a creamy texture that envelops the palate.

Perfect to serve as an aperitif, this wine pairs beautifully with dishes based on fish, seafood, or goat cheese. A true gem for lovers of deep and intricate white wines, Les Bournais Sec is a sublime expression of the winemaking expertise of Francois Chidaine.

The winery

François Chidaine

Valle della Loira (Touraine / Montlouis-sur-Loire, Vouvray)FranciaSince 1989

Historic producer in the Touraine (Montlouis-sur-Loire) specializing in Chenin Blanc; known for organic and biodynamic viticulture and for a range spanning dry whites, moelleux and sparkling wines.
Grape varieties
Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Grolleau, Cabernet Franc, Côt (Malbec), Pineau d'Aunis
  • Strong focus on Chenin Blanc, with cuvées ranging from dry to liquoreux and sparkling.
  • Certified agricultural practices: conversion to organic and adoption of biodynamic practices.
  • Vineyards distributed across several parcels on tuffeau, flinty clay and clay‑limestone soils.
  • La Cave Insolite: a family-run shop and tasting room in Montlouis.
  • Recognized as an influential producer in promoting the Montlouis-sur-Loire appellation.
The story
Francois Chidaine is originally from Montlouis-sur-Loire and established his own domaine in the late 1980s, building on the family estate. The project grew gradually: from his settlement in 1989 to the expansion of vineyard parcels in Montlouis, Vouvray and Touraine; conversion to organic farming and the subsequent adoption of biodynamic practices have been central to its development. His wife Manuéla opened the tasting room "La Cave Insolite" on the riverfront in Montlouis.
Production philosophy
Work focused on soil conservation and biodynamics: organic farming practices, use of biodynamic preparations, cover cropping, hand-harvesting with multiple selection passes, and careful winemaking that respects the character of each parcel. The approach favors minimal intervention in the winery and the enhancement of the terroir.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards are spread across Montlouis‑sur‑Loire, Vouvray and areas within the Touraine appellation, on soils typical of the region including tuffeau, flinty clays and clay‑limestone. The estate has parcels on both banks of the Loire, producing wines that reflect the minerality of the local terroirs.