In detail
| Grape variety | 100% Chenin |
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Origin | "Les Grands Bournais" Lot in Brizay |
| Viticulture | Organic and Demeter-Certified Biodynamic |
| Degree | 13,0% |
| Ingredients | Grapes, sulfites |
| Art | Nature, Hugo Ruyant, 2026 |
Emotion
Les Grands Bournais is the only vineyard plot not located in Cravant-les-Coteaux but in Brizay, a few kilometers southeast of the estate, on the left bank of the Vienne River. A rarity in the Chinon appellation, the Chenin Blanc grape produces a juicy wine here with ripe, full-bodied, and mouthwatering fruit.
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