This wine, made from the first Chenin grapes, is a true artisanal product. Produced by Marc Houtin and Julien Bresteau, its winemaking reflects a natural approach, with no added exogenous yeasts, and six months of aging in barrels that have previously held various wines. Its low SO2 content makes it a choice that respects its terroir, while its production comes from a selection of carefully chosen grapes.
How to enjoy this wine?
Cuvée Profile
Light | Fruity
Serving Recommendations
Serve between 10° and 12°
Aging Potential
2 to 5 years
Our Review of the Cuvée
Explore wines from the same estate
Domaine de La Grange aux Belles
In Anjou, Domaine de La Grange aux Belles offers a deliberately free-spirited and unconventional take on the Loire Valley’s grape varieties. Here, Cabernet Franc is crafted to be crisp and supple, emphasizing fruit expression over structure. Grolleau, a variety long marginalized, is vinified in a straightforward manner, highlighting its natural lightness. Chenin can express itself in profiles that are more tender than sharp, depending on the cuvée and the balance sought.
The winemaking process follows a natural approach, with limited but always controlled interventions, in order to preserve the wines’ precision and clarity. Extraction is kept moderate, and aging is subtle, resulting in fluid textures and supple balance.
The wines stand out for their approachability and drinkability, with profiles that glide across the palate and prioritize immediate enjoyment without sacrificing balance. The estate’s entire portfolio offers a
