Pineau d’Aunis

Anjou-Saumur / Touraine / Vallée du Loir

The Pineau d'Aunis, also known as Chenin Noir, is one of the oldest red grape varieties in the Loire Valley. It was first cultivated in antiquity! It produces a light, aromatic red wine with spicy notes, appreciated for its great freshness and subtlety.

General features

Pineau d'Aunis produces very light to rosé red wines, with light tannins and lively acidity. Wines made from this grape variety are often marked by distinct, powerful aromas.

Oenological skills

  • LightPowerful
  • DrySweet
  • SweetAcid

Aromas

Spices

White Pepper

Leaves and flowers

Violets

Fruits

Raspberry, Wild Strawberry...

Did you know?

Pineau d'Aunis is a grape variety that loves stories of travel and discovery. Formerly called "Chenin Noir", it is mainly grown in Touraine and the Coteaux du Vendômois. It is thought to have been introduced to France in the Middle Ages by explorers returning from the Holy Land, which would explain its peppery, spicy aromas, reminiscent of exotic spices. Today, it's prized for its lightly spiced red and rosé wines, perfect for those who love wines with a touch of adventure.