Domaine François Chidaine Montlouis Les Bournais 2022 (12 Bottles) Touraine, France

Francois and Manuéla are a husband and wife operation based in both Montlouis and Vouvray located in the central Loire Valley. In a region that produced bulk wine for years, particularly after WWII, the Chidaine duo brought an emphasis to wines of quality and regenerative farming; they also look to natural winemaking.

One of their largest goals is to look to the future, “an effort to save the world.” Chidaine’s household wines are varying styles of Chenin Blanc from dry to off-dry to sparkling.

Their inspired lineup includes classic reds and whites from the Loire made into vibrant, juicy styles ranging in price points. Their momentum only continues as they seek to better the world around them.

‘Les Bournais” was planted in just 2008 and it was predicted to be the greatest vineyard of Francois Chidaine. The soils are unlike any other in Montlouis with plenty of limestone and clay. Even with these young vines, the wine will do very well for years to come.