Domaine Tessier Cheverny Blanc

Founded in 1961 by Roger Tessier and later led by his son Philippe from 1981, Domaine Tessier spans 23 hectares in the heart of the Cheverny and Cour-Cheverny AOCs. Nestled in a cool microclimate between the Loire River and the forests of Cheverny, Chambord, and Solonge, the vineyard has been Ecocert-certified organic since 1998. Philippe's philosophy centers on crafting wines that authentically express their terroir, vintage conditions, and the vigneron's touch, while respecting the soil and environment. His wines are natural, vibrant, and balanced, offering both pleasure and purity.

The Loire's Cheverny commune is known for wines with striking acidity, but the Tessier family has discovered that subtle additions of Chardonnay and Orbois create remarkable harmony. Organically farmed with minimal intervention, these wines receive only 12 ppm of SO₂ at bottling. Bright flavors of Meyer lemon, tangerine, and tropical fruits are beautifully balanced by a salty minerality. The palate is both richly textured and intensely grippy, offering a dry, rounded finish.

• Producer: Domaine Tessier
• Region: Loire Valley, France
• Variety: 80% Sauvignon Blanc, 15% Chardonnay and 5% Orbois
• Alcohol: 12%