We use cookies for analytics and to improve our site. You agree to our use of cookies by closing this message box or continuing to use our site. To find out more, including how to change your settings, see our Cookie Policy.
Dismiss

François Chidaine

Les Choisilles Montlouis-sur-Loire Chenin Blanc

9.050 ratings
9.113 pro ratings
Montlouis-sur-Loire, Touraine, Loire Valley, France
Chenin Blanc
Turkey, Vanilla & Caramel, Fruit & Berries, Exotic Spices, Salads & Greens, Pate, Potato, Tomato-Based, Chicken, Fruit Desserts, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pungent Cheese, Squash & Root Vegetables, Goat & Feta Cheese, Cheddar & Gruyere, Sweet Potato, Yuca, Taro, Baking Spices, Chili & Hot Spicy, Nuts & Seeds, Soft Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Quinoa, Shellfish, Sweet Potato

Explore related

François ChidaineMontlouis-sur-Loire, TouraineChenin Blanc
Top Notes For
Bobby Stuckey

Master Sommelier, Partner Frasca Food & Wine, Vintner Scarpetta Wines

8.7

If Riesling is pristine apple, Chenin is the study of a lightly bruised apple

If Riesling is pristine apple, Chenin is the study of a lightly bruised apple

5 people found it helpfulAug 18th, 2014
Erik McLaughlin

Vice President Seven Hills Winery

9.1

Working very nicely with carnitas.

Working very nicely with carnitas.

Dec 21st, 2015
Tommy Pace
9.3

I love this wine. Such a good value.

I love this wine. Such a good value.

Feb 4th, 2015
Jennifer Saxby

Sommelier/Wine Director Thirty 7 North

9.0

Bruised pear, racy acidity, waxy & flinty. A badass chenin from Montlouis

Bruised pear, racy acidity, waxy & flinty. A badass chenin from Montlouis

Jan 11th, 2015
Andrew traughber
9.1

2011

2011

Aug 9th, 2015
Kaushik Banerjee
9.1

Very well balanced. Minerality was perfect without overwhelming the palate .. There is something to the theory that well made wines without a lot of additives last longer after opening ..

Very well balanced. Minerality was perfect without overwhelming the palate .. There is something to the theory that well made wines without a lot of additives last longer after opening ..

Aug 9th, 2015
Lesa Gough
8.8

Mineral, slightly bitter finish, apples, citrus, flowers and wet stone. High acid, nice.

Mineral, slightly bitter finish, apples, citrus, flowers and wet stone. High acid, nice.

Jul 1st, 2015
Jason Kissane
9.4

Killer Chenin. Almost Burgundian. Delicious

Killer Chenin. Almost Burgundian. Delicious

May 24th, 2015
Chris Wallace
8.6

Make sure you let this sit out of the fridge for 30 minutes to get the best flavour. I found it improved massively after being opened for about 3 hours

Make sure you let this sit out of the fridge for 30 minutes to get the best flavour. I found it improved massively after being opened for about 3 hours

May 12th, 2015
Jeanette Bangs
9.1

Leftover apple slices from school lunch. Waste not want not!

Leftover apple slices from school lunch. Waste not want not!

Mar 18th, 2015