Formed in 1973, Pierre Chainier is both a négociant and the owner of some 250 hectares of vines in the heart of Touraine, from which it sources classic Loire varieties. Its eight Touraine estates include Domaine de la Bruyère in the newly established appellation of Touraine-Chenonceaux. Conversely, Clos de Nouys, its 25 acre Vouvray estate, is one of the oldest in the appellation. Here, vines average 35 years of age in vineyards that were already listed amongst the best sites on geological maps dating from 1907.
For both its négociant arm and its own vineyards, Pierre Chainier seamlessly blends the principles of reasoned agriculture with the most modern winemaking techniques. It encourages sustainable development and official certification for its growers, it uses sugar cane-derived biodegradable “corks”, and it has a comprehensive waste recycling programme. Lighting is changed to LED and they are currently calculating their carbon footprint.
FPC968
Pierre Chainier
Loire, France
Good value, accessible and easy drinking French Sauvignon Blanc.
FSP025
Pierre Chainier
Loire, France
Traditional method fizz from the heart of the Loire Valley.
FPC969
Pierre Chainier
Loire, France
A lively, bright Touraine Sauvignon Blanc from one of the region's top producers.
FPC970
Pierre Chainier
Loire, France
Approachable, lively Cabernet Franc from the heart of the Loire.
FPC100
Pierre Chainier
Loire, France
With this style of wine, France shows the New World the way forward.
FPC959
Pierre Chainier
Loire, France
Perfect by-the-glass Pinot Noir: full of varietal character at a keen price.
FPC954
Pierre Chainier
Loire, France
From Touraine Chenonceaux, one of the Loire's most recently established appellations, comes this Sau...
FPC948
Pierre Chainier
Loire, France
Entry-level Muscadet with good typicity; fresh and saline.
FPC025
Pierre Chainier
Loire, France
A genuinely enjoyable medium-dry rosé from Anjou.
