Albert Denis 2023 | Domaine Renaudie | Touraine

Albert Denis by Domaine Renaudie (2023)

This red wine from the Loire Valley represents a tribute to Albert Denis, who founded Domaine Renaudie in 1928. The estate has been managed for four generations and is located in Mareuil-sur-Cher, situated on the banks of the Cher River. The specific appellation for this cuvée is Touraine AOC.

The wine is made exclusively from Malbec, locally known as Côt, which was Albert Denis’s favorite grape variety. The vines are an average of 40 years old and are planted in siliceous-clay soils dotted with galets (stones). Viticulture practices follow sustainable methods, holding both Terra Vitis certification and HVE (High Environmental Value) Level 3 status.

In the cellar, the grapes were vinified in stainless steel tanks without any contact with oak. The style focuses on preserving primary fruit characteristics rather than developing woody nuances through barrel maturation.

Tasting Profile and Character

As a Touraine AOC red composed entirely of 40-year-old Malbec vines, this wine is expected to reflect the cool-climate expression of the grape. The siliceous-clay terroir typically contributes structure and minerality, while the lack of oak aging suggests a profile driven by fresh fruit and earthy notes characteristic of young Côt from the Loire. The stainless steel fermentation ensures the preservation of varietal purity and vibrant acidity.

Albert Denis is the work of a historic family estate practicing certified sustainable agriculture: an unoaked Malbec from mature vines in a classic Loire appellation. This profile suggests a wine intended to showcase the authentic, unadulterated character of the Côt grape and its specific terroir along the Cher River.