Touraine La Tesnier Blanc 2022 Olivier Bonhomme
Original price was: 39,00 €.35,70 €Current price is: 35,70 €.
| Manufacturer | Oliver Bonhomme |
|---|---|
| Typology | Biodynamic Wine, Natural Wine, White Wine |
| Format | 75 Cl |
| Origin | Francia |
| Grape Variety | Chenin Blanc, Menu Pineau |
| Label | Biodynamic, Indigenous Yeast, Organic, Wood |
| Year | 2022 |
La Tesnier Blanc 2022
Vineyard philosophy
La Tesnier Blanc 2022 comes from naturally farmed plots, with vines grown without synthetic chemicals, respecting local biodiversity. The clay-limestone soils enhance the freshness and pure aromas of the white grapes. Harvesting is done carefully by hand to preserve the integrity of each bunch.
Cellar approach
In the cellar, the style is essential: spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel at low temperature to protect the varietal aromas. No harsh clarifying, with a short aging on fine lees to add body, complexity and lengthen freshness over time.
Tasting notes
Colour: bright straw yellow.
Nose: delicate and floral, with notes of white flowers, fresh citrus and hints of aromatic herbs.
Palate: agile and tense, lively sip, with crisp acidity and a saline finish that invites another glass.
Technical sheet
Appellation: La Tesnier Blanc
Grapes: local white varieties
Vintage: 2022
Alcohol: 12% vol
Vinification: stainless steel, spontaneous fermentation, short aging on lees
Pairing: fish starters, fresh cheeses, vegetarian dishes
Serving temperature: 8°–10°C
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Clos du Tue-Bœuf – Puzelat Bonhomme
A historic winemaking family in the Loire
The Clos du Tue-Bœuf is a landmark name in the natural wine world of the Loire Valley. The Puzelat family has cultivated vines here for centuries, deeply rooted in Les Montils, near Cheverny and Touraine. The turning point came in the 1990s and early 2000s when brothers Thierry and Jean-Marie Puzelat revived ancient winemaking methods, becoming pioneers of a raw, authentic approach. Today, the estate is renowned worldwide for its vibrant, uncompromising wines that tell the true story of the Loire.
Vineyard philosophy
The Clos du Tue-Bœuf practices certified organic farming and biodynamic principles, rejecting chemicals and shortcuts. The plots are old, with many vines over a hundred years old, including native varieties like Gamay, Menu Pineau, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Noir. Meticulous soil care, natural grass between rows, precise pruning and hand-harvesting in small crates all serve a single goal: healthy, juicy, living grapes.
A natural approach in the cellar
In the cellar, the Puzelat-Bonhomme team stays loyal to spontaneous fermentations with wild yeasts, avoiding harsh filtration or clarification. Sulfur use is minimal or non-existent, preserving the full expressive power of the fruit. Wines from Clos du Tue-Bœuf are often slightly cloudy, energetic, sometimes challenging — but always honest. Each bottle tells the Loire’s story as a land of free, sincere, living wines.