Chenonceaux is a red produced by Les Caves du Père Auguste in Touraine Chenonceaux, Touraine, France. Classified as Appellation Touraine Contrôlée. Made from Malbec and Cabernet Franc. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Touraine Chenonceaux
Classification: Appellation Touraine Contrôlée
Region: Touraine
Country: France
Grapes: Malbec, Cabernet Franc
Tasting profile
Structure: medium-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry
Touraine Chenonceaux is the Cher valley's premium Touraine tier; the red is Côt (Malbec) with Cabernet Franc — dark plum and blackberry over graphite and a leafy freshness, juicy but structured. Drinks well young with a few years' upside.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Malbec
Malbec is a red grape from southwest France, historically tied to Cahors, but it found worldwide fame after taking root in Argentina, which is now its spiritual home.
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Franc is a red grape grown in both Bordeaux and the Loire Valley, and is one of the parent grapes of Cabernet Sauvignon.
More wines
From Les Caves du Père Auguste
- Touraine-Chenonceaux — Les Caves du Père Auguste, Touraine-Chenonceaux
More red wines from Touraine
- L' Alliance des Générations Cabernet Franc - Malbec — Jean François Mérieau, Touraine
- Côt Vieilles Vignes — Domaine La Grange Tiphaine, Touraine
- Gamay Noir — Jacky Marteau, Touraine
- L'Opera des Vins Concerto di Venezia — Jean-Pierre Robinot, Touraine
Frequently asked questions
Where is Chenonceaux from?
Chenonceaux is produced by Les Caves du Père Auguste in Touraine Chenonceaux, Touraine, France.
What grapes are in Chenonceaux?
Chenonceaux is a blend of Malbec and Cabernet Franc.