The Domaine de Châtenoy, located in Menetou-Salon, comprises of more than 60 hectares of vines, judiciously chosen chosen over the best Clos s of the Appellation of Menetou-Salon. Two thirds is devoted to Sauvignon, and the rest to Pinot Noir.
Located near the hamlet of Amigny, below the village of Sancerre, Domaine du Clos Saint Martin flourishes on a singular terroir, characterized by steep slopes and caillottes soils.
UNE FAMILLE ENRACINÉE DANS LA TRADITION
For over four centuries, the Clément family has maintained a deep connection with the art of viticulture.
The winemaking heritage has been passed down in the same family since 1560 , and continues to flourish today with Anne and Pierre Alexandre.
Tradition and modernity have never been better allied in the pursuit of revealing the finesse of the clay-limestone terroirs of the Domaine de Châtenoy in Menetou-Salon and the ‘caillottes’ terroirs of the Clos Saint Martin estate in Sancerre.
MENETOU-SALON
Domaine de Châtenoy
The vineyards of Menetou-Salon lie in the north of the Centre Loire region and rub shoulders with appellations such as Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé.
SANCERRE
Clos Saint-Martin Estate
Located near the hamlet of Amigny, below the village of Sancerre, the Domaine du Clos Saint Martin flourishes on a unique terroir, characterised by steep slopes and caillottes soils.
OUR ESTATES ARE ORGANIC CERTIFIED
The Clement Family is passionate about eco-friendly grape growing, caring for the soil and the environment to create exceptional wines.
This commitment se reflète dans les pratiques du is reflected in the practices of Domaine de Châtenoy in Menetou-Salon and Clos Saint-Martin in Sancerre, both proudly holding the organic certification.
‘NO GOOD WINE WITHOUT GOOD GRAPES’ IS OUR MOTTO.
Everything is put in place to respect this maxim.
In our family, taking care of our land and growing grapes is not just a passing trend.
We have gained humility from both our ancestors and our own experiences when confronted with the strength of nature. Listening to nature and respecting traditions and the land have always been part of our way of doing things.
These values are deeply rooted in our genetic heritage, passed down from generation to generation. Every plot in our vineyards undergoes meticulous observation, plot by plot, in every season of the year.
Our timeless motto, ‘no good wine without good grapes,’ continues to guide our actions. Within our estates, we have had the privilege of preserving this tradition. However, we also embrace our commitment to the technical and scientific advancements made over the past five decades, progress that now allows us to offer you the best of our wines
THE GRAPE HARVEST
The harvests are one of the most important moments in our profession as they are the culmination of an entire year’s work.
Each and every vine stock is carefully tended throughout the growing cycle to ensure the highest quality fruit come September.
The date for the start of the harvests varies depending on the weather conditions over the year in general but also on the micro-climates of each individual plot of vines and terroir.
Around thirty grape pickers come to support our team in harvesting the fruits of a year’s labour, which includes various tasks such as pruning, tilling the soil, debudding and leaf removal.
OUR AMBASSADORS
Our loyal customers, both private individuals and professionals, are the foremost ambassadors for our Menetou-Salon and Sancerre wines. The distribution of our wines is entrusted to a traditional network: restaurateurs, wine merchants, sommeliers, oenologists, etc.
These professionals are all motivated by the same passion as the team of Domaine Châtenoy: over time to share, to discuss, to talk of joy and sorrow, and always with the greatest conviviality. The list of professionals who distribute our wines in your region will be sent to you on demand.
