2023 Domaine Philippe Tessier Cheverny Blanc, Loire Valley, France

Bright, lively, clean and crisp. Zesty, firm minerality, tropic undertones with slight green finish. A natural wine of precision and value.

$26.99
$26.99

ABOUT THIS WINE

This expression of Cheverny Blanc is a mixture of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Orbois, spontaneously fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts.

Domaine Tessier was founded in 1961 by Roger Tessier within Cheverny in the Loire. The vines are all organically farmed, and the estate has a cooler microclimate. The vines are 20 years of age and thrive on a mixture of sand and clay soils. This wine was unfiltered and unfined prior to being bottled.

    ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

    Domaine Philippe Tessier, based in Cheverny, is a leading voice in the Loire Valley’s natural wine scene. Since taking over from his father in the 1980s, Philippe Tessier has pursued a vision rooted in respect for nature, terroir expression, and minimal intervention. The estate is certified organic and follows biodynamic principles, avoiding all synthetic inputs and working in tune with the lunar calendar for key vineyard and cellar operations.

    Tessier’s wines are known for their precision, vitality, and deep connection to place—particularly through native Loire grapes like Romorantin and Menu Pineau. He’s a staunch advocate of traditional techniques: indigenous yeast fermentation, low sulfur, and no fining or filtration when possible. His Cour-Cheverny bottlings are especially celebrated for capturing the essence of one of France’s most obscure yet historic varietals.

    Details:

    Grape(s) Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Orbois
    Farming Organic