2024 Domaine des Forges Coteaux du Layon

Domaine des Forges is located in the Loire Valley and is known for its pure, accessible wines with a clear focus on balance and terroir. The estate works with respect for nature and strives for wines that are both expressive and precise.

Chenin Blanc plays a central role here, especially in appellations such as Coteaux du Layon, where the grape reveals its full potential. The house style combines ripeness with freshness, ensuring the wines never become heavy. You can find more information about this winery in the Winery tab.

Origin and terroir

Coteaux du Layon is located in the Loire Valley and is known for its sweet wines based on Chenin Blanc. The vineyards benefit from morning mist and sunny afternoons, ideal conditions for the development of noble rot (botrytis).

The soils consist of slate and clay, which provides distinct minerality and tension. This combination of climate and soil yields wines with concentration, but always with sufficient freshness to keep the whole in balance.

Grapes and vineyard management

The 2024 Domaine des Forges Coteaux du Layon is made from 100% Chenin Blanc. The grapes are harvested late, often in multiple passes through the vineyard, so that only the perfectly ripened and botrytis-affected grapes are selected.

This selective harvest ensures a high concentration of sugars and aromas, while preserving the natural acidity. This is essential for the balance in sweet Loire wines.

Vinification and aging

After the harvest, the grapes are gently pressed and fermented slowly. Fermentation stops naturally due to the high sugar content, preserving a natural residual sweetness.

The wine subsequently ages on the fine lees, which provides extra complexity and a round mouthfeel. Deliberately little oak is used, so that the fruit and freshness remain central.

Color, smell and taste

In the glass, the wine has a bright golden-yellow color. The aroma is intense and seductive, with notes of honey, ripe peach, apricot, and light floral accents.

On the palate, the wine is rich and concentrated, with a beautiful sweetness perfectly balanced by fresh acidity. Flavors of candied fruit, citrus, and honey alternate.

The finish is long and refined, with a combination of sweetness and fresh tension that keeps the wine elegant.

Style and character

This Coteaux du Layon displays a classic style: rich and sweet, yet always balanced by the fresh acidity. The wine is full-bodied, with a concentrated and aromatic profile.

It pairs excellently with fruit desserts, but also with blue cheeses or foie gras. Due to its balance, it can also be enjoyed on its own as a finish to a dinner.

For lovers of refined sweet wines with freshness and depth, this is an excellent choice.

Pick up in Dordrecht?

If available, you will find the official factsheet and additional information about this fine wine in the 'Attachments' tab. We will automatically send these to you upon ordering this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you come to collect the wine, you will often receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you select 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht, situated almost next to the A16 with ample parking. Click here for our address.