In the local dialect, the name (Delanoue) is very typical of the region. However, according to the family tree, the family originally came from Anjou (a province close to Touraine). My father Claude (son, grandson and great-grandson of winegrowers) hailed originally...
The estate extends over 20 hectares mainly on the gravel terrace of the Saint Nicolas de Bourgueil appellation. We believe respect for nature and tilling are vital components of a sustainable operation. Visitors receive a warm welcome in our vaulted cellar.
La Chevallerie is known for its well-rounded, elegant Saint Nicolas de Bourgueil wines. In the hardest frost or hottest sunshine, we traverse our land all year round keeping a close eye on our vines. This is hard work but it allows us to produce characterful wines...
Viticulture is in Richard’s blood because his maternal grandfather and his uncles were also winemakers. He took over the estate when his in-laws retired in 1999. Today, Vignoble de la Mineraie has 19 hectares planted exclusively to Cabernet Franc. The average age of...
At Domaine Frédéric Mabileau, the grape is the jewel in our crown. Hand-harvested, our grapes receive our undivided attention from vine to bottle. We aim to be organic and biodynamic, not simply because we can, but to showcase the terroir at its very best. We pride...
