{"title":"Domaine des Quatre Piliers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFour Pillars in Loire Valley influenced by Coche-Dury\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValentin Desloges, 28, son of a Touraine winemaker, returns to his native Cher Valley after training with some of France’s most renowned domaines — from Alsace to Meursault including a formative spell at the legendary Domaine Coche-Dury. At the head of Domaine des Quatre Piliers, meaning Four Pillars in French, he crafts precise, expressive wines shaped by passion, experience, and a deep respect for his terroir. Harvesting is done entirely by hand to ensure gentle handling and preserve the fruit’s integrity. The semi-gravity-fed cellar, carved into the tuffeau caves of Domaine des Quatre Piliers, offers a naturally cool environment ideal for winemaking. Fermentations start spontaneously with indigenous yeasts.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"les-quatre-piliers-ancrage-sauvignon-blanc-2024","title":"Les Quatre Piliers Ancrage Sauvignon Blanc 2024","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLes Quatre Piliers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAncrage Sauvignon Blanc 2024 represents a deeply personal milestone for rising star Valentin Desloges—the first vintage from his family's vines after training with Burgundian legends Coche-Dury and Thierry Pillot. This\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSauvignon is sourced from organically farmed old vines planted in pure sand and flint soils (no clay or limestone), creating exceptional crystalline purity. \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated 90 points by CellarTracker\u003c\/strong\u003e, this cuvée is praised as \"fresh, elegant and well-balanced\" with \"very good value for the quality\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vigneronsdexception.com\/fr\/touraine-quatre-piliers-valentin-desloges\/8885-les-quatre-piliers-touraine-ancrage-blanc-sec-2024.html\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eBalanced Tank \u0026amp; Barrel Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAfter hand-harvesting, the wine ferments 80% in stainless steel tanks and 20% in neutral French oak barrels, then ages 6 months across various barrel sizes with malolactic fermentation completed. Racked twice total before unfiltered bottling.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thatcherswine.com\/collections\/vendors\/products\/2024-les-quatre-piliers-touraine-ancrage\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eCitrus Brightness \u0026amp; Mineral Precision\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe pale, bright color with silver reflections opens to complex aromas of fresh citrus, white flowers, exotic fruits, and delicate pastry notes. The palate shows precise, silky attack with lively mineral tension, candied orange, grapefruit, and refreshing acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine des Quatre Piliers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41406665785424,"sku":null,"price":270.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/LesQuatrePiliersAncrageSauvignonBlanc2024.png?v=1762248609"},{"product_id":"les-quatre-piliers-bel-air-sauvignon-blanc-2022","title":"Les Quatre Piliers Bel-Air Sauvignon Blanc 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLes Quatre Piliers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBel-Air Sauvignon Blanc 2022 earned an outstanding\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points from Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003c\/em\u003e who praised it as \"lovely, wafting from the glass with aromas of menthol, white fruits, confit citrus, honey\". This flagship cuvée from rising star Valentin Desloges (trained under Coche-Dury) comes from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60-year-old Sauvignon Blanc vines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon the left bank of the Cher River, where red clay soils beneath flinty sands create exceptional intensity and textural breadth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBettane+Desseauve called it \"a masterstroke\"—this is among the Loire's most exciting Sauvignons.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thatcherswine.com\/collections\/vendors\/products\/2022-les-quatre-piliers-touraine-bel-air\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eBurgundian Oak Mastery \u0026amp; Extended Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eFermented and aged\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e24 months in ex-Coche-Dury barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith 20% new oak crafted from Loches forest wood that Valentin personally selects and dries. Bottled unfiltered with minimal sulfites after indigenous yeast fermentation.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winesquare.com.au\/2020-les-quatre-piliers-grande-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-bel-air-loire-valley.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eCrystalline Fruit \u0026amp; Rock-Licking Minerality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe deep golden robe reveals powerful aromas of confit citrus, pineapple, elderflower, and menthol. On the palate, this superstar Sauvignon delivers crystalline fruit intensity, mouth-filling texture, and smoky, rock-licking minerality with hints of Pur Sang. Fresh timber notes frame a saline, persistent finish. Decant 45 minutes; serve at 14°C for the best enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine des Quatre Piliers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41406665850960,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/LesQuatrePiliersBel-AirSauvignonBlanc2022.jpg?v=1762759819"},{"product_id":"les-quatre-piliers-premiere-cuvee-pinot-noir-2023","title":"Les Quatre Piliers Première Cuvée Pinot Noir 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLes Quatre Piliers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePremière Cuvée Pinot Noir 2023 showcases rising star Valentin Desloges' remarkable talent with this Burgundian varietal in the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoire\u003c\/strong\u003e. Propelled to the forefront of Touraine's new wave by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate for \"wines of striking purity,\" this\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecomes from meticulously tended organic vines across the estate's mosaic of terroirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eBurgundian Barrel Aging \u0026amp; Cool Fermentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eHand-harvested with 20% whole clusters, the grapes undergo gentle cold maceration for 9 days before fermenting in tank. Aged in ex-Pillot and Coche-Dury barrels (no new oak) with malolactic fermentation in cask, then bottled with minimal sulfur. Decanting for 45 minutes is highly recommended to unlock aromatic complexity.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.closdesspiritueux.com\/32489-clos-des-millesimes-les-quatre-piliers---ancrage-2023.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eGlistening Ruby \u0026amp; Crunchy Red Fruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe glistening ruby color opens to aromas of tangy currant, cherries, fresh spices, and delicate woody notes. Supple and refreshing on the palate, this gourmand Pinot delivers crunchy fruit precision stretched by fine, silky tannins. \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuide Bettane+Desseauve praised it as \"floral, pulpy\" and a wine that \"thwarts all codes\".\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine des Quatre Piliers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41406665883728,"sku":null,"price":535.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/LesQuatrePiliersPremiereCuveePinotNoir2023.png?v=1762239477"},{"product_id":"les-quatre-piliers-premiere-cuvee-cabernet-franc-2022","title":"Les Quatre Piliers Première Cuvée Cabernet Franc 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eLes Quatre Piliers Première Cuvée Cabernet Franc 2022 is an elegant entry-level wine from rising star Valentin Desloges, who trained with Burgundian legends like Coche-Dury before establishing this acclaimed Loire estate in Touraine. Crafted from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e45+ year-old massale selection Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003evines rooted in ancient Turonian limestone and flint soils on the right bank of the Cher Valley, this wine showcases exceptional purity with yields limited to 35 hl\/hectare.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thatcherswine.com\/products\/2022-les-quatre-piliers-touraine-premiere-cuvee-cabernet-franc\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eArtisan Barrel Aging \u0026amp; Natural Winemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eFermented in stainless steel with native yeasts for 15 days before transferring to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecustom-made 228L barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(crafted from oak selected and aged by Valentin himself) for 12 months' élevage. Unfined, unfiltered, with minimal sulfur (3g\/hl at bottling only), respecting natural winemaking principles.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.closdesmillesimes.com\/31298-touraine-les-quatre-piliers---cabernet-franc---premiere-cuvee-2021-en.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eDark Fruit \u0026amp; Lacy Tannins\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eExpect enticing aromas of plums, dark berries, tobacco, and graphite with a hint of smoke. The palate reveals elegant raspberry and redcurrant flavors carried by lacy, fine-grained tannins with seamless oak integration and a refined, persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated 91 points on CellarTracker for \"pristine, crystal-clear fruit handled with precision\".\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine des Quatre Piliers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41406665949264,"sku":null,"price":485.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/LesQuatrePiliersPremiereCuveeCabernetFranc2022.png?v=1762239289"},{"product_id":"les-quatre-piliers-grande-cuvee-au-dessus-de-vitre-cabernet-franc-2021","title":"Les Quatre Piliers Grande Cuvée Au Dessus de Vitré Cabernet Franc 2021","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eLes Quatre Piliers Grande Cuvée Au Dessus de Vitré Cabernet Franc 2023 is an exceptional wine from rising star Valentin Desloges, who \u003cstrong\u003etrained under Burgundian legends Coche-Dury\u003c\/strong\u003e and Sipp before establishing his acclaimed Loire estate in Touraine. This flagship cuvée is crafted from \u003cstrong\u003e70-year-old Cabernet Franc vines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003erooted in clay-limestone soils in Saint-Aignan-sur-Cher, a rare vineyard converted to organic farming that produces profound, age-worthy expressions.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.internationalfinewines.com.au\/blogs\/latest-releases\/les-quatre-piliers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eBordeaux-Style Barrel Aging \u0026amp; Minimal Intervention\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eFollowing 22 days of careful vatting with gentle extraction, the wine matures for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18 months in ex-Château Cheval Blanc and Château Mangot barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewithout new oak, preserving fruit purity while adding complexity. Bottled unfiltered with minimal sulfites, respecting natural winemaking principles.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"open\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cavepurjus.com\/fr\/loire\/au-dessus-de-vitre-valentin-desloges-1.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eComplex Cherry \u0026amp; Elegant Structure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated 91\/100 by Bettane+Desseauve\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003c\/em\u003e expect a vibrant red robe revealing complex aromas of cherry, red fruits, and spices with floral and earthy undertones. The palate delivers elegant, airy, and suave texture with silky tannins, superb aromatic length, and fine-grained minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine des Quatre Piliers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42372374790224,"sku":null,"price":720.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/LesQuatrePiliersGrandeCuveeAuDessusdeVitreCabernetFranc2023.png?v=1762238954"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/collections\/Domaine_des_Quatre_Piliers_logo.png?v=1762143944","url":"https:\/\/lyndhorstwine.com\/collections\/domaine-des-quatre-piliers.oembed","provider":"Lyndhurst Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}