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Montlouis-sur-Loire Les Choisilles Sec - 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
14.5%
Format
75 cl
Aromatic profile
Floral notes, white-fleshed fruit, minerality
Vinification method
Fermentation in stainless steel
Aging
A few months in stainless steel
Type of cask
Demi-muids of 600 L
Color
White
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The Montlouis-sur-Loire Les Choisilles Sec by Francois Chidaine is a pure and sophisticated expression of Chenin Blanc, a grape variety that finds its ideal terroir in the AOC Montlouis-sur-Loire. This wine is characterized by meticulous vinification that prioritizes the use of natural and spontaneous techniques, avoiding interventions that could alter the original expression of the grape as much as possible.

The Les Choisilles cuvée is a non-dosed wine, where aromatic refinement and structure blend harmoniously. On the nose, it opens with intense notes of white-fleshed fruits, white flowers, and a slight minerality, which leads to an enveloping and fresh sip. The well-integrated acidity is accompanied by a smooth texture that provides length and persistence on the palate.

Ideal as an aperitif, this wine pairs beautifully with fish dishes, shellfish, and goat cheeses. Its ability to evolve over time also makes it an excellent candidate for aging, promising to develop new and intriguing complexities. Each sip of the Montlouis-sur-Loire Les Choisilles Sec is a journey into the refined winemaking traditions of the Loire, offering a rich and persistent sensory experience.

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.