Domaine Gilles Gaudron, Vouvray Brut, Blanc de Chenin, Vernou-sur-Brenne, Touraine, Loire, France, N/V

Producer Profile

Domaine Gilles Gaudron is a long‑established family estate based in Vernou‑sur‑Brenne, at the heart of the Vouvray appellation.

The Gaudron family has been making wine here since 1890, with four generations dedicated to expressing the finesse and versatility of Chenin Blanc. Gilles Gaudron took over the running of the domaine in 1993 and continues to work closely with his father Sylvain, maintaining a classical Vouvray style rooted in purity and terroir expression.

Viticulture

Third generation Gilles took over the family Domaine in 1993, which is composed of 50 little parcels of vineyards planted on limestone-clay soils spread over 24 hectares. Produced from a blend of 5 to 25 year old Chenin vines.

Winemaking

Gently pressed pneumatically, the juice is decanted for up to 24 hours. After a month of cool fermentation (peaking at around 16 °C) using indigenous yeasts, the base wine is bottled and undergoes a traditional second fermentation in the bottle. It then matures on the lees for a minimum of 18 months, followed by riddling and disgorgement. The wine is then matured in bottle for a further 3 months before release.

Tasting Note

This sparkling Chenin Blanc has a pale yellow hue with fine, persistent bubbles. The nose offers attractive aromas of brioche, green apple, linden (tilleul) blossom, and a hint of flint. On the palate, it is fresh and mineral-driven, with crisp acidity and a persistent, clean finish .

Food matching

A refined apéritif or alongside light canapés, seafood, fresh oysters, and soft cheeses.