Domaine Clos Godeaux Chinon Rose 2025

Domaine des Clos Godeaux is a family owned estate in Rivière, in the heart of the Chinon appellation in France’s Loire Valley. Managed by Philippe Brocourt, the domaine encompasses approximately 32 hectares of vineyards spread across five communes: Chinon, Ligré, Rivière, La Roche-Clermault and Beaumont en Véron. This diversity of vineyard sites allows the estate to work with the region’s varied terroirs, from sandy gravel plains to clay and limestone hillsides. The domaine produces red and rosé wines from cabernet franc, alongside white wines from chenin blanc.

The estate follows sustainable viticultural practices, known in France as lutte raisonnée, rather than certified organic or biodynamic farming. Its vineyards encompass sandy gravel soils along the Vienne River, clay and silica plateaus, and limestone rich slopes. These varied soils influence the structure and aromatic character of the wines, with the lighter, free draining gravel sites particularly suited to producing fresh, fruit driven rosé.

The 2025 Chinon Rosé is made from cabernet franc, the signature red grape of the Chinon appellation. The domaine has a long history of producing rosé, with documented bottlings dating back to at least 2000. Earlier vintages were raised in tank rather than oak, preserving the wine’s freshness and delicate fruit character. Detailed technical information for the 2025 vintage, including its precise maceration method, fermentation conditions and duration of élevage, has not been publicly confirmed.

The wine offers a fresh, fruit forward profile with notes of raspberry, wild strawberry, peach and delicate floral undertones. The palate is supple and refreshing, with lively acidity, gentle texture and a clean, dry finish. Its balance of bright fruit and subtle savory character makes it a versatile rosé for both casual drinking and the table.