Domaine Tessier
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Country of Origin: France
Location: Cheverny
People: Philippe Tessier, Owner & Winemaker
Viticulture: Certified Organic
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Domaine Tessier is a family-run estate located in the heart of the Cheverny and Cour-Cheverny appellations in France's Loire Valley. Founded in 1961 by Roger Tessier, the domaine was passed to his son Philippe in 1981 and is now led by the third generation, Simon Tessier, who took over the estate in 2020. Situated along the famed Route des Châteaux de la Loire, between the castles of Chambord, Cheverny, Blois, and Troussay, the estate encompasses 26 hectares of vineyards rooted in one of the Loire Valley's most distinctive terroirs.
The vineyards benefit from a unique microclimate created by the Loire River and the surrounding forests of Cheverny, Chambord, and Sologne. This cool environment helps preserve freshness and balance in the wines. The soils are remarkably diverse, combining sandy clay, silica-limestone clay, and gravelly deposits of ancient marine sediment over a limestone bedrock. Many vineyard parcels are planted with mature vines, some approaching 90 years of age, providing depth and complexity to the wines.
Domaine Tessier has been certified organic by Ecocert since 1998 and remains deeply committed to sustainable, small-scale viticulture. Vineyard work is guided by a respect for soil health, biodiversity, and the natural balance of the ecosystem. The family believes that wine should faithfully reflect its origin, expressing both the character of the site and the conditions of each vintage.
In both the vineyard and cellar, the focus is on authenticity and transparency. Philippe and Simon Tessier strive to craft wines that are vibrant, honest, and true to place—wines that offer pleasure while remaining pure, energetic, and naturally expressive. Their work embodies a longstanding commitment to preserving the traditions and identity of Cheverny.