2018 Domaine Belargus Coteaux du Layon 1er Cru "Chaume Écharderie", Loire Valley, France
ABOUT THIS WINE
Sourced from a tiny southeast-facing parcel in the Chaume 1er Cru appellation, this wine is crafted from 100% Chenin Blanc grown on schist and puddingstone soils, which contribute to its distinctive minerality and slight phenolic grip. Botrytized grapes (noble rot) concentrate sugars and flavors, while careful vinification preserves freshness and precision. The 2018 vintage is particularly notable for its balance—combining opulence with a lifted, saline edge that enhances drinkability and complexity.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Domaine Belargus is one of the Loire Valley’s most ambitious Chenin Blanc specialists, founded to revive the historic grands crus of Anjou Noir. Focused entirely on Chenin and single-parcel expressions, the estate farms with meticulous care and minimal intervention. Their wines, including "Écharderie," highlight the diversity of the region’s schist-rich terroirs, delivering precision, intensity, and exceptional aging potential.
Original: $108.99
-65%$108.99
$38.15
Description
ABOUT THIS WINE
Sourced from a tiny southeast-facing parcel in the Chaume 1er Cru appellation, this wine is crafted from 100% Chenin Blanc grown on schist and puddingstone soils, which contribute to its distinctive minerality and slight phenolic grip. Botrytized grapes (noble rot) concentrate sugars and flavors, while careful vinification preserves freshness and precision. The 2018 vintage is particularly notable for its balance—combining opulence with a lifted, saline edge that enhances drinkability and complexity.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Domaine Belargus is one of the Loire Valley’s most ambitious Chenin Blanc specialists, founded to revive the historic grands crus of Anjou Noir. Focused entirely on Chenin and single-parcel expressions, the estate farms with meticulous care and minimal intervention. Their wines, including "Écharderie," highlight the diversity of the region’s schist-rich terroirs, delivering precision, intensity, and exceptional aging potential.
