Wine Review: 2011 François Chidaine Les Argiles Vouvray

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Wine Review: 2011 François Chidaine Les Argiles Vouvray

This is an assemblage of several certified biodynamic parcels, which surround the Clos Baudoin in the Loire. The average age is 40-years on the vines. Subtle mineral, lime and citrus aromas lead to an orange blossom, honeysuckle and mineral backbone with clean lines and fresh acidity. The François Chidaine Les Argiles Vouvray has a medium long finish is pure and enticing. Halibut with a grapefruit Beurre blanc would be delightful as well as mild poultry dishes. Drink now through 2014.

Rating: Very Good (88) | $21 | 13.5% ABV

Pamela Heiligenthal2015-12-25T15:41:35-05:00

About the Author: Pamela Heiligenthal

Editor and co-founder of Enobytes.com, Pamela is a sommelier and former restaurant manager and wine buyer with Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET), Court of Master Sommeliers & Center for Wine Origins certification. She has contributed to or been quoted by various publications, including the Los Angeles Times, Sommelier Journal, Vegetarian Times, VIV Magazine, UC-Berkeley Astrobiology News, The Washington Post, the Associated Press, NPR and USA Today. True to her roots, she seeks varietal and appellation integrity and is always passionate about finding the next great bottle of wine.

2 Comments

Daniel October 14, 2012 at 7:19 PM - Reply
FC is one of my favorite French producers from the Loire. He makes exceptional Chenin Blanc year after year and this vintage is no exception!
- enobytes October 16, 2012 at 7:31 AM - Reply
  Agreed!

Wine Review: 2011 François Chidaine Les Argiles Vouvray