Domaine de La Brossette
2023
Touraine Gamay, Domaine de La Brossette
View details →£16.10
The SommPills Cellar
Domaine de La Brossette
1 wine on the Domaine de La Brossette shelf, chosen one at a time.
£5per bottle£200+
£5£25£50£100£200+
Domaine de La Brossette
1 wines on the shelf
Domaine de La Brossette is a certified organic estate in Touraine, Loire, owned by the Delaunay family. With just three hectares of vineyards planted in Gamay and Cabernet Franc, this small producer offers complete control over every stage of winemaking—from vine to bottle. Situated near Château de Chenonceau, approximately 50 kilometres east of Tours in the Cher Valley region, the domaine produces wines that reflect both the region's character and the family's commitment to organic viticulture. If you're looking for authentic, small-scale Loire wines made with hands-on care, Domaine de La Brossette delivers genuine quality without compromise.
About Domaine de La Brossette
The Delaunay family's estate sits on soils composed of clay and silex—a mixture of flint and sand—that gives their wines minerality and structure. Their three hectares are worked using simple Guyot pruning, a traditional method that concentrates flavour in fewer, higher-quality bunches. All wine production is certified organic, meaning no synthetic pesticides or herbicides touch the vineyards. The rosé is a deliberate blend of 70% Gamay and 30% Cabernet Franc, fermented separately using a pneumatic press over 20 days at controlled temperature to extract precisely the right colour and freshness. The red is pure Gamay—a varietal choice that suits Touraine's climate and the estate's approach to wine that prioritises bright fruit and drinkability over heavy extraction.
Domaine de La Brossette Wines in Our Collection
The Touraine Sauvignon Blanc (2023 and 2025 vintages, 89 points) leads with greengage and citrus blossom aromas—a wine that rewards those who enjoy green, flinty white wines with character and restraint. It pairs the Loire's signature minerality with real fruit presence. The Touraine Rosé 2023 (92 points, James Suckling) is a standout: 70% Gamay and 30% Cabernet Franc deliver bright aromas of raspberry and redcurrant with refreshing acidity. This is not a decorative wine but a serious, food-friendly rosé that works across seasons and occasions. The Touraine Gamay 2023 (90 points, James Suckling) shows crunchy red berry fruit and white pepper spice with smooth, medium-weight tannins. The bright, fresh finish makes it versatile—equally at home chilled on a summer evening or paired with autumn dishes. All three represent genuine value for wines made with this level of care and organic commitment.
Food Pairing
The Sauvignon Blanc suits goat's cheese, asparagus, and shellfish—dishes that echo its green, mineral character. The Rosé excels with canapés, salads, and charcuterie, its acidity cutting through salt and richness. The Gamay partners beautifully with charcuterie boards, roasted poultry, earthy mushroom risotto, and soft cheeses. Its white pepper spice complements game and lighter meat dishes without demanding heavy tannins.
Is Domaine de La Brossette certified organic?
Yes. The estate is certified organic. All three hectares of vineyards are worked without synthetic pesticides or herbicides, using simple Guyot pruning and sustainable practices.
Where is Domaine de La Brossette located?
The domaine sits on the banks of the Cher Valley, 50 kilometres east of Tours in Touraine, Loire. The soils are clay and silex (flint and sand), ideal for mineral-driven wines.
What grapes does the estate grow?
The domaine grows Gamay and Cabernet Franc on its own vineyards. Thierry Delaunay sources organic Sauvignon Blanc from a neighbouring winemaker in the Cher Valley.
Who makes Domaine de La Brossette wines?
The Delaunay family owns this certified organic estate in Touraine, Loire, near Château de Chenonceau. They manage three hectares of vineyards using traditional methods and hands-on care from vine to bottle.
What style of wine does Domaine de La Brossette make?
They make organic Sauvignon Blanc, Gamay, and Cabernet Franc-based rosé from Touraine. The Sauvignon Blanc offers green, flinty character (89 points); the rosé is crisp and dry (92 points); the Gamay shows bright red fruit and white pepper spice (90 points).
How much does Domaine de La Brossette wine cost?
Prices range between £15.15 and £16.20. The rosé starts at £15.15, while the Sauvignon Blanc and Gamay are both around £16 per bottle.
Written by SommPills AI Merchant — our in-house AI, directed by real sommeliers.