The Château d'Epiré of Savennières of Loire Valley

Château d'Epiré
The winery offers 9 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 3.6.
It is ranked in the top 10 of the estates of Loire Valley.
It is located in Savennières in the region of Loire Valley
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The Château d'Epiré is one of the largest wineries in the world. It offers 9 wines for sale in of Savennières to come and discover on site or to buy online.

Located in the picturesque wine region of Savennières, in the Loire Valley of France, the Château d'Epiré is a vineyard that can boast of a rich heritage and outstanding reputation. It is recognized as one of the oldest and most prestigious vineyards in the Savennières appellation, producing high-calibre wines, enjoyed by wine lovers worldwide. The Château d'Epiré is nestled in the fold of lush hills, with vines that stretch as far as the eye can see. The specific climate of this region, combined with schist and quartz soils, offers ideal conditions for growing the Chenin Blanc grape, which is at the heart of the château's production. The vineyard is a family enterprise that perpetuates a tradition of careful and respectful viticulture, dating back over eight generations. The family's commitment to sustainable farming is an essential part of the château's philosophy. They believe in respecting nature and treating the vine delicately to produce the highest quality wines. While exploring the estate, one can admire the imposing 19th century manor, surrounded by a charming French garden. It's not only a place of wine production but also a historic home that offers a glimpse into the area's wine history. The wines of Château d'Epiré are known for their complexity, minerality and ability to age. They feature notes of white fleshed fruit and white flowers, with a persistent finish and balanced acidity. The wines are vinified and aged in oak barrels to develop their aromatic complexity.

Top Château d'Epiré wines

Looking for the best Château d'Epiré wines in Savennières among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Château d'Epiré wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Château d'Epiré wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top red wines of Château d'Epiré

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Château d'Epiré

How Château d'Epiré wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, pork or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of salmon with cream sauce, kig ha farz (breton stew) or my grandmother's rabbit stew.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Château d'Epiré

On the nose the red wine of Château d'Epiré. often reveals types of flavors of cherry, earthy or blueberry and sometimes also flavors of raspberry, pepper or graphite.

The best vintages in the red wines of Château d'Epiré

  • 2017With an average score of 4.20/5
  • 2012With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2018With an average score of 3.60/5
  • 2016With an average score of 3.60/5
  • 2015With an average score of 3.40/5
  • 2014With an average score of 3.30/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Château d'Epiré.

  • Cabernet Franc

Discovering the wine region of Savennières

Anjou AOC south-west of Angers on the right bank of the Loire (steep schists facing the river, communes Savennières, Bouchemaine, La Possonniere): Chenin Blanc (Pineau de la Loire) reigns exclusively in dry white — full-bodied and distinctive, pale to golden yellow robe, floral nose of acacia, lime with pear, peach, quince, toasted almond and honey, fresh, dense, precise and mineral palate. Evolves toward honey, warm rock and white truffle. 15 years ageing.

The top white wines of Château d'Epiré

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Château d'Epiré

How Château d'Epiré wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, lean fish or fruity desserts such as recipes of shrimp in coconut milk, cod with chorizo or apple cake.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Château d'Epiré

On the nose the white wine of Château d'Epiré. often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, cream or oaky and sometimes also flavors of citrus, apples or earthy. In the mouth the white wine of Château d'Epiré. is a with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Château d'Epiré

  • 0With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2015With an average score of 3.84/5
  • 2006With an average score of 3.82/5
  • 2014With an average score of 3.77/5
  • 2017With an average score of 3.73/5
  • 2018With an average score of 3.72/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Château d'Epiré.

  • Chenin Blanc

Discover the grape variety: Cabernet franc

Supple, fragrant reds with fine tannins and vibrant freshness, showing raspberry, violet, green pepper, pencil lead and gentle spice aromas. Star of the Loire as a single variety (Chinon, Bourgueil, Saumur-Champigny) and of the right bank of Bordeaux in blends (Cheval Blanc at 60%). Also in semi-dry Anjou rosés. A historic Bordeaux variety, parent of Cabernet-Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenère.

The top sweet wines of Château d'Epiré

Food and wine pairings with a sweet wine of Château d'Epiré

How Château d'Epiré wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, lean fish or fruity desserts such as recipes of shrimp and cherry tomato quiche, fish fondue or the coughing cat's apple crumble.

The grape varieties most used in the sweet wines of Château d'Epiré.

  • Chenin Blanc

The word of the wine: Castle

A term often used to designate wineries, even if they do not have a real castle.

Discover other wineries and winemakers neighboring the Château d'Epiré

Planning a wine route in the of Savennières? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of wines similar to Château d'Epiré.

Discover the grape variety: Chenin blanc

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.

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