Our Wines – Cheverny
Appellation COUR-CHEVERNY
Grape Variety
- 100 % Romorantin
- A grape variety unique in the world!
The first vines were planted in the 16th century by François I.
Terroir
- Siliceous and clay-limestone soils
- Warm soils for optimal ripening
Characteristics
Beautiful yellow colour with golden reflections; a structured, very harmonious wine with a long finish.
- Young: Full-bodied wine with aromas of white flowers
- After a few years: Subtle notes of honey and acacia
Young vintage
- Pairs with asparagus, seafood, grilled fish, and white meats.
- Ageing potential up to 10 years.
- Perfect with lobster, pan-seared foie gras, and goat cheeses.
Appellation COUR-CHEVERNY "Douceur d'Automne"
Grape Variety
- 100 % Romorantin
Characteristics
Sweet white wine, beautiful golden colour, pleasant sweetness on the palate without excess sugar. Serve chilled (8°–10 °C) as an aperitif, with foie gras, or with dessert.
Appellation CHEVERNY White
Grape Varieties
- 80 % Sauvignon
- 20 % Chardonnay
Characteristics
- Bright, with a beautiful pale yellow colour, floral, smooth with citrus notes
- Charming wine, a wine for pleasure
- Maximum ageing 2–3 years
- Serve chilled (8°–10 °C)
- Enjoy as an aperitif, with shellfish, fish, terrines, and charcuterie.
Appellation CHEVERNY White
"La Pépite"
Grape Varieties
- 80 % Sauvignon
- 20 % Chardonnay
Characteristics
- From a selected vineyard parcel, a white wine with character
- Enjoy as an aperitif, with shellfish, fish, terrines, and charcuterie.
- Serve chilled (8°–10 °C)
Appellation CHEVERNY Rosé
Grape Varieties
- 60 % Pinot Noir
- 40 % Gamay
Characteristics
- Fruity, smooth rosé wine with spicy notes
- Pairs perfectly with salads, exotic dishes, charcuterie, and grilled food. A refreshing summer wine.
- Drink young—serve chilled (8°–10 °C)
Appellation CHEVERNY Rouge
Varietal
- 75 % Pinot Noir
- 25 % Gamay
Characteristics
- Purple colour
- Red fruit aromas with a hint of pepper, elegant and smooth
- Serve at 15°C with all meats.
Appellation CHEVERNY Red "LA MONIALE"
Grape Varieties
- 95% Pinot Noir
- 5% Gamay
Old vine selection
Characteristics
- Smooth and round wine with velvety tannins
- Serve with meat and cheese.
Appellation CHEVERNY Red Cuvée "CELEST'VIN"
Grape Varieties
- 75 % Pinot Noir
- 25 % Gamay
Oak barrel ageing
Characteristics
- Elegant and powerful on the nose
- Fine, well-developed tannins on the palate
- Aromas of candied cherries
- Pairs with meat in sauce, small game, and cheeses
Appellation Crémant de Loire CREMANT de LOIRE
Grape Variety
- 100 % Pinot Noir
Hand-harvested, whole-cluster pressing
Characteristics
Fruity wine with very fine bubbles
Serve very chilled (7°–8 °C). Ideal as an aperitif or at the end of a meal
Notable Mentions
- Vignerons de France
- Editions Herscher 1999
- Wintage International 1996
- Figaro Magazine 2004: Cour-Cheverny 2001
- Gault Millau
- Guide Michelin regularly
- Guide Hachette since 1986