Domaine Pichot Coteau de la Biche Vouvray Sec 2024

Refined minerality and vibrant Chenin Blanc purity define this expressive Loire Valley white from one of Vouvray’s most historic family estates. The 2024 Domaine Pichot Coteau de la Biche Vouvray Sec is sourced from vineyards positioned on the prized south-east-facing slopes of the Vallée de Nouys, a site long regarded for producing Vouvray of finesse, freshness and precision. Domaine Pichot traces its roots in the region back to 1739, with generations of the family cultivating Chenin Blanc across Vouvray’s limestone-rich soils. The Coteau de la Biche cuvée is vinified primarily in stainless steel, with a small portion matured in older large-format barrels to add subtle texture without masking varietal clarity. The 2024 vintage is notably small in yield, producing wines of heightened aromatic purity and focused structure.

In the glass the wine is bright, energetic and finely detailed, balancing orchard fruit richness with chalky minerality and lifted acidity. Aromas of pear, quince and citrus unfold alongside delicate floral and spice nuances that are characteristic of top-quality dry Vouvray. The palate carries excellent tension, combining concentration with freshness and a subtle saline edge that reflects the limestone soils of the appellation. Fine texture and precise acidity give the wine both immediate appeal and the ability to evolve gracefully with short to medium-term cellaring. This is a poised and versatile Chenin Blanc that pairs beautifully with seafood, poultry, creamy cheeses and refined vegetable dishes.