COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
François Chidaine
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Clos Habert is a biodynamically farmed Chenin Blanc from the Montlouis-sur-Loire appellation in France's Loire Valley. Produced by François Chidaine, a leading figure in the region known for his commitment to biodynamic practices and terroir expression, the wine originates from vines grown on silex and clay soils over a tuffeau limestone bedrock. Chidaine established his estate in 1989 and has since focused on showcasing the distinctiveness of various vineyard plots, particularly for Chenin Blanc. The 2020 vintage is noted for its balanced profile.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€27
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
François Chidaine is the chairman of the Montlouis appellation's trade union.
Fact 02
The estate's vines draw nutrients from soils resting on tuffeau limestone bedrock.
Fact 03
Biodynamic farming eschews synthetic products, relying on natural preparations.
Fact 04
Wines from Chidaine are often compared to the high standards set by Didier Dagueneau.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Clos Habert begins with manual harvesting. Fermentation is initiated by indigenous yeasts in 600-liter barrels (demi-muids), with malolactic fermentation intentionally avoided. The wine is then aged for approximately 11 months on its fine lees in these demi-muids, with about 10% of the barrels being new. The estate employs biodynamic farming practices, eschewing synthetic products and utilizing natural preparations.
