Behind the facades of the majestic château that inspired Hergé’s Adventures of Tintin, the Cheverny appellation harbors a well-kept secret: a palette of wines as varied as the tapestries adorning its historic walls. And no, it’s not just about white wine!
White wines may play the leading role, with Sauvignon Blanc in the spotlight. This grape variety, thriving in the region’s clay and silica soils, finds an ideal partner in Chardonnay. Together, they create wines with quintessential Loire elegance, echoing the château’s French formal gardens.
But the real surprise lies in the reds and rosés, where Pinot Noir and Gamay team up with playful sophistication. This unique alliance in the Loire Valley gives birth to remarkably fresh wines, perfect for pairing with game terrines from neighboring Chambord estate or the local goat cheeses that are the region’s pride.
