The Estate
Today, we operate 23 hectares of vines in the Chinon appellation, where we cultivate the Cabernet Franc grape variety for the Chinon reds and rosés and the Chenin grape variety for the Chinon white. Coming from a long line of winegrowers dating back to the 15th century through Bertrand's maternal branch (Farou), we have kept our roots in the heart of the village of Saint-Louans, while building a modern winery at the entrance to the town. The family history continues with the arrival at the estate of Vincent, son of Michèle and Bertrand.
Our idea of wine is built through the terroirs and places of the Chinon appellation, Le Parc, La Haute-Olive, Peru, Blancs Closeaux and many others. We are committed to highlighting the diversity of the terroirs present on the farm through plot-by-plot vinification.
From the vineyard to the cellar, our work takes the greatest care in preserving the soil and respecting biodiversity.
Our cellar
In 2010, we built our new winery, which is modern, practical and innovative. This building is partly underground and covered by vines, which allows it to maintain a constant temperature throughout the year. This innovation significantly reduces energy needs and meets our sustainable development project.
The grape varieties on the roof are table grapes, resistant and very aromatic, which allow us to obtain a juice that we produce in a non-sparkling or sparkling version. This contemporary winery also aims to simplify the work in the cellar and limit the use of pumps for the grapes, thus preserving the quality of the harvest and ultimately the quality of the wines.
