Wines made from Chenin blanc grapes of Pays Nantais
Discover the best wines made with Chenin blanc as a single variety or as a blend of Pays Nantais.
Chameleon whites with taut acidity, ranging from mineral dry (Savennières, Vouvray sec) to off-dry and medium-sweet (Vouvray, Montlouis), sumptuous botrytised sweet (Quarts-de-Chaume, Bonnezeaux, Coteaux du Layon) and brilliant sparkling (Crémant de Loire, Vouvray brut). Aromas of quince, apple, honey, white flowers, beeswax and flint. An Anjou variety, also star of South Africa's Western Cape.
Atlantic outlet of the Loire around Nantes, kingdom of Muscadet. Melon de Bourgogne signature in white: dry and iodised with signature notes of citrus, green apple, white flowers, fresh herbs and a saline mineral touch, taut and refreshing palate — the ideal companion for oysters and seafood. 'Sur lie' mention adds light spritz and brioche complexity. Lively Gros Plant and trenchant Folle Blanche.