Domaine Philippe Tessier
3 voie de la Rue Colin, 41700 Cheverny
« Domaine Philippe Tessier stands as an indisputable benchmark of consistency, integrity, and brilliance throughout the entire Loire Valley. With Simon and Marie conti… »
About the Winery
Domaine Philippe Tessier stands as an indisputable benchmark of consistency, integrity, and brilliance throughout the entire Loire Valley. With Simon and Marie continuing Philippe's pioneering organic work, the estate has attained extraordinary stylistic finesse, producing wines of remarkable vitality and textural charm. The white Cheverny Le Point du Jour thrills with its chiseled minerality, vibrant lemon zest, and electric salinity, making it a dream gastronomic pairing for goat cheeses, pan-fried freshwater fish, and fine seafood platters. Meanwhile, their Cour-Cheverny cuvées—such as the parcel Simon Tessier and the profound La Porte Dorée—demonstrate the sheer grandeur and longevity of the Romorantin grape, offering luxurious palate texture beautifully balanced by aristocratic freshness and notes of dried pear, beeswax, and white flowers. The red wines impress equally with their silky texture and succulent drinkability. A world-class estate of the highest order that deserves a dedicated place in every connoisseur cellar.
Visiting the Winery
Featured Wines
Domaine Philippe Tessier produces an authentic and diverse portfolio of wines reflecting the unique personality of AOC Cheverny and AOC Cour-Cheverny. White blends harmonize Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Orbois, delivering refreshing citrus notes and crystalline tension, beautifully exemplified by the flinty parcel Le Point du Jour. The rare and historic Romorantin grape takes center stage in Cour-Cheverny, displaying remarkable textural depth, tactile richness, and alluring notes of dried pear, white flowers, and honeyed beeswax. Red and rosé wines, crafted from Pinot Noir, Gamay, Côt, and indigenous Pineau d’Aunis, enchant wine lovers with wild berry aromas, peppery nuances, and supple, velvety tannins that emphasize freshness and drinkability.
Organic wine
Activities
Set within the serene countryside of Cheverny, the tasting room of Domaine Philippe Tessier offers guests an intimate, educational wine discovery. Tastings and cellar-door sales are hosted on Saturdays by prior appointment, providing visitors with a personal introduction to the family’s organic philosophy and low-intervention cellar methods. Guests discover the historic revival of indigenous Loire grape varieties such as Romorantin and Menu Pineau while sampling a wide selection of cuvées. Booking ahead ensures a dedicated, warm reception from the Tessier family amidst the active seasonal rhythms of vineyard and cellar life.
