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Domaine de la Desoucherie
Domaine de la Desoucherie, a Cour-Cheverny estate in the Loire: the rare romorantin grape, direct from the estate...
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Domaine de la Désoucherie: passion and tradition at the heart of the Loire Valley
Some vineyards no longer remember their founding, they have simply always been there. Domaine de la Désoucherie is one of them: a family history spanning more than a century, on the highest slope of Cour-Cheverny, a stone's throw from the Châteaux de la Loire.
Situated on the highest slope of Cour-Cheverny, just 9 km from the Château de Chambord and 5 km from the Château de Cheverny, Domaine de la Désoucherie has perpetuated a family winemaking tradition for over a century. Across 30 hectares of clay-silica soils studded with flint, Christian and Fabien Tessier craft three Loire appellations into eight cuvées, including the emblematic Romorantin of the AOC Cour-Cheverny, a grape variety found nowhere else in the world.
A winemaking house since the 18th century, carried forward by Christian and Fabien Tessier
Domaine de la Désoucherie is one of the oldest winemaking estates in Cour-Cheverny. Passed from generation to generation since the 18th century, it has stayed true to a simple and demanding idea: that irreproachable quality is the only continuity worth preserving. Each generation has passed on its expertise while adapting to change, without ever sacrificing the identity of the place.
Christian Tessier ran the estate with the rigour of a winegrower who knows every plot like his own hands. In 2009, his son Fabien takes over. He brings a fresh perspective to solid foundations: a reasoned viticulture already embedded in the estate's practice, an intimate knowledge of the commune's clay-silica terroirs, and a shared conviction that wine must first speak of the place where it was born.
The estate's philosophy
Reasoned viticulture across the entire vineyard is the direct expression of this continuity, in pursuit of a single goal: irreproachable quality, recognised by all. The vines are farmed according to the Terra Vitis specifications, France's reference standard for sustainable viticulture.
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Cour-Cheverny, between Chambord and Cheverny: a Loire terroir of rare quality
The Désoucherie vineyard sits on the highest point of the Cour-Cheverny commune in Loir-et-Cher. This elevated position, both the most exposed and best-ventilated in the area, is no minor detail: it governs grape ripening, wine quality and vintage consistency. Located 9 km from the Château de Chambord and 5 km from the Château de Cheverny, the estate lies at the heart of the Loire Châteaux Route, within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Loire Valley landscape.
The estate's 30 hectares rest on clay-silica soils scattered with surface flint, a geological composition that directly explains the aromatic precision and mineral freshness of the wines. The clay retains moisture during dry summers; the flint provides well-calibrated drainage and contributes to the characteristic tension of the Romorantin and the estate's whites.
AOC Cour-Cheverny, Romorantin exclusively. The only French appellation to authorise a single unique white grape variety found nowhere else in the world.
AOC Cheverny, Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Menu Pineau (whites) · Pinot Noir, Gamay, Cabernet Franc (reds).
AOC Crémant de Loire, Chenin, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir. Loire sparkling wine in its most elegant expression.
Romorantin: the unique grape variety of the AOC Cour-Cheverny
Among all the grape varieties grown in France, Romorantin occupies a singular place: it is the only one permitted in the AOC Cour-Cheverny, and it is grown nowhere else in the world as a commercial variety. This exclusivity is not a historical accident, it is a recognition. Romorantin is a late-ripening white variety of exceptional aromatic delicacy, capable of ageing with uncommon grace.
On the flint soils of the Désoucherie, it yields wines with a luminous golden-yellow colour and an intense bouquet combining vineyard peach, menthol notes and a touch of honey depending on the vintage. On the palate, a lush, round texture carried by fine freshness, with a long and rewarding finish. The Guide Hachette des Vins regularly cites it among the finest expressions of the appellation. It is a quietly age-worthy wine that reveals its full depth after a few years in the cellar.
The eight cuvées of la Désoucherie: a Loire score
Every cuvée at the estate carries a musical name, Prélude, Harmonie, Concerto, Quartet, Symphonie, Sonate. This is no coincidence: as in music, each wine is an interpretation of the same terroir, modulated by grape choice, plot selection and ageing. A way of saying that the wines of the Désoucherie are built, listened to and discovered over time.
Soléa de la Désoucherie
AOC Cour-Cheverny · 100% Romorantin · Dry white wine
The estate's flagship Romorantin. Vineyard peach, menthol notes, ample and fresh on the palate. Cour-Cheverny typicity in its most immediate and approachable form, the perfect entry point into the world of Romorantin.
Cour-Cheverny Grand
AOC Cour-Cheverny · 100% Romorantin · Prestige · Best plots
From the estate's finest parcels, this prestige Romorantin delivers superior aromatic complexity: compote fruits, honey and a long, lingering finish. An elegant, structured ageing wine, regularly commended by the Guide Hachette des Vins.
Prélude de la Désoucherie
AOC Cheverny white · Gold Medal 2023 · 2021 vintage · Hachette ★ 2026
Loire freshness, aromatic complexity of boxwood and citrus, a graceful and well-balanced palate. Gold Medal at the 2021 vintage. The gateway into the estate's universe for those who want to discover Cheverny at its most vibrant and precise.
Harmonie de la Désoucherie
AOC Cheverny · White wine · Balance & refinement
A balanced, refined and generous wine, a reflection of the family's expertise. Harmonie illustrates the complementarity of Cheverny's white grape varieties, between Loire tension and aromatic ripeness.
Concerto de la Désoucherie
AOC Cheverny · Expressive · Aromatic intensity & elegance
The estate's most expressive cuvée, marrying aromatic intensity with elegance. A Cheverny with character, for moments when you want a wine that asserts itself confidently at the table.
Quartet de la Désoucherie
AOC Cheverny red · Gold Medal 2023 · 2019 vintage · Pinot Noir, Gamay, Cabernet Franc
A subtle blend of Loire grape varieties: ripe red fruits, discreet spice, velvety tannins. Gold Medal 2023. The estate's red, fruit-forward and structured in equal measure, a natural match for Centre-Val de Loire cuisine.
Symphonie de la Désoucherie
AOC Crémant de Loire · Full & complex · Chenin, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
The estate's flagship sparkling wine: full-bodied, complex, with a depth of character that surprises from the very first sip. Crémant de Loire at its most ambitious, a wine for great occasions.
Sonate de la Désoucherie
AOC Crémant de Loire · Delicate · Softness & precision
A finely crafted Crémant, balancing softness with aromatic precision. Elegant bubbles, lasting freshness, a refined choice for graceful celebrations: aperitif, fruit-based desserts or everyday festive moments.
Careful delivery across France and Europe · Romorantin, Cheverny, Crémant de Loire
What sets Domaine de la Désoucherie apart in the Loire Valley
Romorantin, a grape variety found nowhere else in the world. The Désoucherie produces the only white grape variety permitted in the AOC Cour-Cheverny and grown nowhere else in any other appellation worldwide. A wine that is literally impossible to find elsewhere.
The highest point in the commune. The vineyard's elevated position is not a marketing phrase: it guarantees optimal sun exposure, regular ripening and superior aromatic complexity compared to lower-lying plots.
A heritage since the 18th century. Genuine continuity is rare in French viticulture. Here it is real and traceable: the same plots, the same commune, the same philosophy handed down across generations.
Three appellations, eight musically named cuvées. From Soléa to the Crémant Symphonie, each wine at the estate is an interpretation of the same terroir, an artistic coherence that says as much about the Tessier philosophy as their vines do.
Guide Hachette & Gold Medals. Prélude 2021 (★ Hachette 2026) and Quartet 2019 red both received Gold Medals at the 2023 Wine Competition. Independent recognition that validates the consistency of the work.
Frequently asked questions about Domaine de la Désoucherie and Cour-Cheverny wines
What is the Romorantin grape and why is it unique ?
Romorantin is an ancient white grape variety from the Loire Valley, designated as the sole variety permitted in the AOC Cour-Cheverny appellation. This is the only appellation in the world built entirely around this grape, which is grown nowhere else commercially in France or globally. It produces dry, aromatic wines with good ageing potential, characterised by vineyard peach, honey and fine menthol notes, with a lush palate and persistent freshness on the finish.
Where is Domaine de la Désoucherie and who are the winemakers ?
Domaine de la Désoucherie is located in Cour-Cheverny, Loir-et-Cher (41700), on the commune's highest point, 9 km from the Château de Chambord and 5 km from the Château de Cheverny. The estate is run by Christian Tessier and his son Fabien, who took over management in 2009. Together they continue a family winemaking tradition dating back to the 18th century on the same Loire Valley land.
What is the difference between AOC Cheverny and AOC Cour-Cheverny ?
AOC Cheverny allows several grape varieties, Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Menu Pineau for whites; Pinot Noir, Gamay and Cabernet Franc for reds, and produces white, red and rosé wines. AOC Cour-Cheverny, by contrast, is reserved exclusively for dry white wines made from 100% Romorantin, making it a uniquely mono-varietal appellation in France. All Cour-Cheverny wines are therefore white, dry and made entirely from Romorantin.
Is Domaine de la Désoucherie organic or sustainably certified ?
Domaine de la Désoucherie holds Terra Vitis certification, France's national benchmark for sustainable reasoned viticulture. This certification guarantees a rigorous environmental approach across the entire vineyard: reduced chemical inputs, responsible water management, biodiversity preservation and full traceability of farming practices. The estate is not officially organically certified, but its commitment to reasoned viticulture is formally documented and independently verified each year.
What food pairings work best with Domaine de la Désoucherie wines ?
Soléa and Cour-Cheverny Grand (Romorantin) pair beautifully with bream en papillote, Loire river fish in sauce, white asparagus or fresh goat's cheese. Prélude or Harmonie (Cheverny white) accompany seafood, light poultry or a Loire cheese board. The Quartet red suits white meats, rabbit with mustard or duck breast. For the Crémant Symphonie or Sonate: aperitif, white fruit-based desserts or any festive celebration.
Why order Désoucherie wines through Avenue des Vins ?
Avenue des Vins offers Domaine de la Désoucherie cuvées through a direct channel, with careful delivery across France and Europe, protective wine-safe packaging and an expert selection that guarantees full authenticity and freshness. Cour-Cheverny and Cheverny wines are limited-production releases, finding them through a trusted platform with guaranteed provenance is a genuine advantage for the wine lover.
Can you visit Domaine de la Désoucherie ?
Domaine de la Désoucherie is ideally located in Cour-Cheverny on the Loire Châteaux Route, between Chambord and Cheverny. The estate welcomes visitors and participates in Vignerons Indépendants trade shows.
Loire Valley producers · Protected shipping
Domaine de la Désoucherie · Christian & Fabien Tessier · Cour-Cheverny, Loir-et-Cher · Terra Vitis
30 hectares · 3 appellations · 8 cuvées · AOC Cour-Cheverny · AOC Cheverny · Crémant de Loire
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