Champalou, Chenin Blanc, Vouvray Sec, Loire Valley, France 2023 organic of a seven hectare island

of a seven hectare island of vines in the commune of Artigues on gravel terraces

already in the middle of the vineyards

just renovated and enlarged

The origin of this wine is threefold:

finishing mildly but pleasantly bitter

Champalou, Chenin Blanc, Vouvray Sec, Loire Valley, France 2023 organic of a seven hectare islandFew producers in the wine world boast such a consistent record as Didier and Catherine Champalou, where each release is an honest and reliable ambassador to an appellation, a grape, and an entire region. The Champalous are masters of Loire Chenin Blanc, producing Vouvray in all styles; this still, dry rendition, aged in stainless steel, represents their flagship cuve. Gentle and refreshing on the palate, it boasts a delightful balance of stony