Château de Chaintres ·
54 Rue de la Croix de Chaintre, 49400 Dampierre-sur-Loire
« Charming vineyard retreat with on-site lodgings in a famed troglodyte cliffside village overlooking the wild Loire, offering rewarding cellar tours and diverse wine experiences. »
About the Winery
Very good quality wines, regularly praised by critics. The vines of Château de Chaintres are grown organically : both good for the environment and … the wines of course. During your visit you will be offered to taste wines of the following type : red, dry white, rosé, sparkling, … A delightful tasting experience, because the wines proposed by the winery are very nice and the numerous enthusiastic customer reviews are there to prove it ! On top of wine tasting, Château de Chaintres offers other wine-related activities and visits at the winery.
Château de Chaintres exemplifies the dedication of organic winemaking in the Loire Valley. This spanning 20 hectares property, helmed by Famille de Tigny, focuses on careful soil cultivation and the vibrant purity of the fruit. In both the vineyard and cellar, every step preserves the natural freshness and aromatic definition of the grapes, crafting expressive wines centered on Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc across Crémant de Loire, Saumur, Saumur Champigny. The estate also provides on-site guest lodgings surrounded by vines, creating an idyllic setting for an extended, relaxing wine getaway in the Loire Valley.
Visiting the Winery
Featured Wines
Château de Chaintres produces wines from different Loire Valley appellations such as Saumur Champigny, Saumur, Crémant de Loire. The vineyard is cultivated organically : no synthetic or insecticide treatment is used in the vines and the addition of sulfur during vinification is very limited. Château de Chaintres has received our "Very nice wines" badge. This badge distinguishes wineries whose wines are regularly mentioned in French wine guides.
Organic wine
Activities
Château de Chaintres proposes free wine tasting on site. Château de Chaintres also offers additional activities around wine and winemaking such as the visit of the cellar, the visit of the vineyard, walks in the vines, self-caring accommodation, … The winery has received the Loire Valley Cellars of Excellence label which rewards the quality of its wine tasting experience and wine-related activities. Even if the winery will welcome you during the scheduled opening hours, it is always preferable to make an appointment. Enjoy your wine tasting at Château de Chaintres!
