rating B+

standout sparkling Chenonceau

about 9ha planted in total, near the iconic Chenonceau château and the Cher river. Established in 1917. Fifteen wines made in total, including sparkling wine. Sauvignon Blanc is 80% of plantings, with Côt, Pineau d'Aunis, Cabernet Franc and Gamay also planted. Family owned and run, with fourth-generation Vincent Roussely winemaker since the early 2000s. located near the famous Chenonceaux château, Clos Roussely’s thick-walled cellars were built 250 years ago. The building was converted to winemaking and distillation in 1917, becoming a commercial winery after the Second World War. The older vines (up to 80 years’ age) are ploughed with horses, and no chemicals are used, everything certified organic.

wines tasted

“Favorite” Vin de France Brut NV ($27)

A blend of Menu Pineau (aka Arbois, an historic but rarely planted white Loire variety) and Chardonnay. Two years barrel ageing, followed by three years in the bottle: quite an aged sparkling wine, while maintaining all the freshness of the Loire. Little sulphur added, with delicate, lightly creamy texture.

Pétillante Rosé NV ($29)

Equal parts blend of Cabernet Franc and Pineau d’Aunis. Gently sparkling, with expressive red fruit aromas. Fun and edgy.

website https://www.closroussely.com

email contact@closroussely.fr

phone +33 2 54 32 86 46

address 11 route de Château, Angé