Val de Loire
White — avg 85.6/100 Wine Enthusiast score
85.6
range 84–90
$16.1
41
white
Expert reviews
| Wine | Producer | Score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clau de Nell 2014 Grolleau (Val de Loire) | Clau de Nell | 90/100 | $54 |
| Clau de Nell 2014 Grolleau (Val de Loire) | Clau de Nell | 90/100 | $54 |
| Lieubeau 2015 La Fruitière Vignes Blanches White (Val de Loire) | Lieubeau | 88/100 | $15 |
| Pascal Jolivet 2010 Attitude Sauvignon Blanc (Val de Loire) | Pascal Jolivet | 87/100 | — |
| Lieubeau 2016 La Fruitière Vignes Blaches White (Val de Loire) | Lieubeau | 87/100 | $15 |
Tasting notes from Wine Enthusiast
This is one of three wines produced by the estate created by the late Anne-Claude Leflaive of Domaine Leflaive in Burgundy. This wine uses the very local Grolleau, grown biodynamically. Unusually this is a red wine (Grolleau is normally found in rosé). The wine is lightly stalky with red-currant fruit and intense acidity. It is light in texture but rich in complexity, and has s
— Clau de Nell 2014 Grolleau (Val de Loire) (90/100)
This is one of three wines produced by the estate created by the late Anne-Claude Leflaive of Domaine Leflaive in Burgundy. This wine uses the very local Grolleau, grown biodynamically. Unusually this is a red wine (Grolleau is normally found in rosé). The wine is lightly stalky with red-currant fruit and intense acidity. It is light in texture but rich in complexity, and has s
— Clau de Nell 2014 Grolleau (Val de Loire) (90/100)
A blend dominated by Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay produces a crisp, herbal wine that has the background of a more creamy texture. From 20-year-old vines planted on granite soil, it has a tight, mineral edge as well as concentrated apple, citrus and fresh melon fruits. Drink now.
— Lieubeau 2015 La Fruitière Vignes Blanches White (Val de Loire) (88/100)
More fragrant than herbaceous, this is a rounded, creamy wine. It has creamed pear, apricot and ripe lime flavors to go with the smooth texture and finish.
— Pascal Jolivet 2010 Attitude Sauvignon Blanc (Val de Loire) (87/100)
A blend that aromatically is dominated by herbal Sauvignon Blanc, this is a crisp wine that is fruity, easy and accessible. Its acidity and citrus flavors are bright, lively and ready to drink.
— Lieubeau 2016 La Fruitière Vignes Blaches White (Val de Loire) (87/100)
Score & price analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average score | 85.6/100 |
| Score range | 84 – 90 |
| Score spread | 6 points |
| Average price | $16.1 |
| Price range | $11 – $54 |
| Reviews analyzed | 41 |
| Value ratio (points/$) | 5.32 |
Position in the Loire
Among the lower-scored Loire Valley appellations.
Grape varieties
| Variety | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Variety 1 | 2 | 8% |
| Variety 2 | 2 | 8% |
| Variety 3 | 17 | 68% |
| Variety 4 | 3 | 12% |
| Variety 5 | 1 | 4% |
Flavor profile
Descriptors most frequently associated with this appellation across aggregated expert reviews:
- crisp
- herbal
- apple
- creamy
- lemon
- mineral
- spice
- citrus
Appellation summary
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Wine color | White |
| Total reviews | 41 |
| Average score | 85.6/100 |
| Average price | $16.1 |
Source: Wine Enthusiast expert reviews. Updated: April 14, 2026.