Discover the authentic character of the Loire Valley through a curated selection of wines from Domaine de l'Enchantoir, one of the most compelling estates in Le Puy-Notre-Dame. This tasting box brings together four distinctive expressions of Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc, showcasing the diversity of the Saumur appellation. Organic viticulture, limestone-rich terroirs and centuries-old troglodyte cellars define a collection that captures the elegance, purity and sense of place of this remarkable Loire estate.
The Domaine de l'Enchantoir Tasting Box offers a complete introduction to one of the Loire Valley's most distinctive wine estates, revealing the diversity and precision of its organically farmed vineyards in Le Puy-Notre-Dame. Located in the historic heart of the Saumur appellation, Domaine de l'Enchantoir cultivates seventeen hectares on the region's iconic Turonian limestone, clay and tuffeau soils, where geology has shaped viticulture for centuries.
Certified organic since 2016, the estate follows a philosophy centred on respect for biodiversity and minimal intervention, allowing each vineyard parcel to express its individual identity. The wines mature in the Domaine's remarkable troglodyte cellars, carved into the limestone hillside, where naturally stable temperatures and humidity provide ideal conditions for ageing while preserving freshness, balance and precision.
The tasting journey begins with Saumur Terres Blanches 2023, a vibrant expression of Chenin Blanc defined by crisp citrus, white orchard fruit and a distinctive mineral backbone that reflects the limestone soils of the Loire. Le Refuge de Chavannes 2020 reveals the grape's deeper and more layered personality, combining twenty-four months of oak ageing with remarkable freshness, subtle richness and an elegant saline finish.
The red wines explore two complementary interpretations of Cabernet Franc. Îlot des Biches 2023 highlights the variety's vibrant fruit, silky tannins and lively drinkability, offering a refined yet approachable style. Le Pied à l'Étrier 2021, produced under the prestigious Saumur Puy-Notre-Dame AOC, delivers greater structure, depth and ageing potential while maintaining the freshness, finesse and mineral energy that define the estate's signature.
More than a simple wine selection, this tasting box is an exploration of the history, terroir and winemaking philosophy of Domaine de l'Enchantoir. It provides wine enthusiasts with an authentic perspective on the Loire Valley through four carefully chosen bottles that celebrate purity, balance and the enduring dialogue between vineyard and landscape.
Located in the historic village of Le Puy-Notre-Dame, in the heart of the Loire Valley, Domaine de l’Enchantoir is a family estate whose history has been intertwined with viticulture for generations. Certified organic since 2016, the domaine cultivates the exceptional limestone soils of Saumur, crafting elegant, terroir-driven wines that faithfully express the identity, purity and heritage of one of France’s most celebrated wine regions.
