winery

Jean-Marie Reverdy & Fils

Loire Valley, France

Philosophy

Cold fermentation in stainless steel preserves the minerality of Sancerre's limestone, Caillottes, and Terres Blanches soils. The house balances traditional rigour—gravity transfer, fine lees aging—with a philosophy of respect for terroir and modernity.

Reputation

Established in 1850, Domaine de la Villaudière has remained in the hands of the Reverdy family for four generations, cultivating vines in Verdigny with an inherited respect for Loire Valley terroirs. The domaine specializes exclusively in Sancerre across its 15-hectare vineyard, overlooking the famous limestone hill of Sancerre.

AllocationCRITICAL: Two distinct Reverdy producers operate in Verdigny. This entry covers Jean-Marie Reverdy & Fils (Domaine de la Villaudière, 15 ha, HVE-certified). Do not conflate with Domaine Jean Reverdy (Christophe Reverdy, 12 ha, reportedly Kysela-distributed). Online sources occasionally merge these families. Founded year 1850 attested by Blackbird Group only; other sources cite '4 generations' without founding date. Production volume unverified—multiple sources reference '20+ countries' distribution but no annual bottle count located. Winemaking signature inferred from detailed tasting notes and fermentation descriptions in retailer listings. HVE certification confirmed on official website and retailer sites; no organic or biodynamic cert found. Succession: Jean-Marie with sons Guillaume (eldest, identified as winemaker) and Baptiste (still in education as of 2024 sources). Suggest Garth verify USA importer relationship with Kysela vs. other distributors and confirm founding provenance.

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