Quarts de Chaume
Loire ValleyQuarts de Chaume
Quarts de Chaume is a dry white wine produced in the Loire-Atlantique region of France. It is made from Chenin Blanc, a variety that thrives in the region's calcareous and granitic soils. The wine is produced in the small village of Chaume, from which it takes its name, and is considered among the finest dry white wines of the region.
Quarts de Chaume is a wine of character, displaying aromas of white fruits, honey, and flowers. It possesses a refined acidity that provides excellent freshness on the palate, with a lengthy finish. The wine is aged on its lees for a variable period depending on the vintage and cuvée, which contributes to its aromatic complexity.
Quarts de Chaume is highly appreciated by devotees of dry white wines and is often compared to the great whites of the Loire region, such as Sancerre or Pouilly-Fumé. It is regarded as among France's finest dry white wines and is frequently paired with fish and seafood dishes.
Quarts de Chaume is produced in limited quantities, with only 25 hectares of vineyard dedicated to its production. Winemakers in the region are highly selective in their choice of grapes, with only the finest cuvées being bottled. This rarity makes it a sought-after wine among quality-conscious collectors.
Winemakers
Chateau Pierre-Bise
Papin BEAULIEU SUR LAYON (49750) 0241783144
Domaine familial de 40 ha, propriété de la famille Papin depuis trois générations, aujourd’hui conduit par Anne-Cécile et René Papin, Château Pierre-Bise produit plusieurs AOC du Val de Loire, en A...
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