Cheverny
White — avg 87.3/100 Wine Enthusiast score
87.3
range 86–89
$17.7
7
white
Cheverny — a Loire Valley white appellation. Across 7 expert reviews the average Wine Enthusiast score is 87.3/100.
Appellation profile
Scores at a glance
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average score | 87.3/100 |
| Score range | 86–89 |
| Average price | $17.7 |
| Review count | 7 |
| Color | White |
Dominant varieties
0, 1, 2, 3
Relative standing in the Loire
Rated below the Loire Valley median in aggregated expert tastings — often a value-tier or stylistically atypical appellation.
Tasting notes
Signature flavor descriptors
Across the aggregated expert reviews, the descriptors most frequently associated with this appellation are: citrus, pear, tannin, crisp, rich, lemon, orange, apricot.
Top-scored wines
| Wine | Producer | Score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benoît Daridan 2012 Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay (Cheverny) | Benoît Daridan | 89/100 | $18 |
| Benoît Daridan 2015 Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay (Cheverny) | Benoît Daridan | 88/100 | $18 |
| Benoît Daridan 2014 Pinot Noir-Gamay (Cheverny) | Benoît Daridan | 87/100 | $18 |
| Benoît Daridan 2014 Rosé (Cheverny) | Benoît Daridan | 87/100 | $18 |
| Benoît Daridan 2012 Tradition Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay (Cheverny) | Benoît Daridan | 87/100 | — |
Sample expert review
A smooth and round wine, with citrus flavors that have been tamed by yellow fruit and melon flavors. That gives the wine richness as well as a fresh and crisp aftertaste. Drink until 2018.
— Wine Enthusiast, on Benoît Daridan 2012 Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay (Cheverny)
Terroir & Heritage
Heritage neighbours
Nearby protected monuments that share the Loire terroir include:
- Maison du Cerisier de Tours
- Manoir de la Baillardière
- Manoir de Sarceau de Sarcé
- Moulin à vent des Muets
- Château de la Perraudière
UNESCO cultural landscape
This appellation sits within (or adjacent to) the cultural landscape covered by the Val de Loire UNESCO inscription.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average score of Cheverny wines?
Cheverny averages 87.3/100 across 7 expert reviews on Wine Enthusiast, with a range of 86 to 89.
How much does Cheverny wine cost?
Average price across reviewed wines is $17.7. Actual retail prices vary by vintage, producer and distributor.
What type of wine is Cheverny?
Cheverny is predominantly a white wine appellation of the Loire Valley.
Data source: Wine Enthusiast expert reviews (data.culture.gouv.fr). Last updated: April 14, 2026.