At a glance

Producer

Domaine Mark Angeli (sometimes labeled as Mark & Martial Angeli)

Region

Loire Valley, France (Anjou, specifically)

Grape variety

Chenin Blanc

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$35-$60 (depending on vintage and supply)

Tasting profile

Citrus, quince, pear, fresh apple, floral and wet stone. Light oxidative note in older vintages.

Evolution: Gains honey, lanolin, chamomile and dried fruit notes, deeper minerality with age.

At peak: Develops profound complexity and texture; best aged bottles show layered stone fruit, beeswax, and saline finish.

Structure

Acidity

High (classic Chenin, vibrant and mouthwatering)

Tannins

None (white wine, no skin contact)

Alcohol

Moderate (typically 12-13%)

Aging potential

Excellent - Chenin Blanc from this terroir ages gracefully, delivers both youthful vibrancy and complex development

Drinking window

Peak drinking

4 to 9

Optimal window

2 to 12

Current status

Usually released ready-to-drink but can age well for 8-12 years depending on vintage.

Current condition

Recent vintages are fresh and vibrant, older bottles develop honeyed complexity.

Chenin Blanc from Domaine Mark Angeli is made with great care and natural methods, resulting in wines that age gracefully for at least a decade in good cellaring conditions. The best vintages build deep complexity and maintain freshness due to high acidity.

Food pairing

Shellfish, roasted poultry, goat cheese (especially from Loire), vegetable tarts, and mild curries.

Serving

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 10/10

Biodynamic farming, solar-powered operations, hand-harvesting, native yeast ferment, minimal intervention, recycled packaging and glass, water conservation (cover crops, no irrigation)

Domaine Mark Angeli is internationally recognized as a pioneer of sustainable and regenerative viticulture. Since its founding, it has adhered to biodynamic methods, maintaining biodiversity, soil health, and low-impact production. All vineyard work is manual; the estate has renewable energy installations and emphasizes short supply chains to reduce CO₂. Packaging is minimal and recycled. As a result, this wine represents state-of-the-art sustainability—hence the top score.