Jeff Carrel – 'Dans l’Air du Temps' Chenin Blanc VDF 2025
Short Summary:
A bright, refreshing French Chenin Blanc with zesty lemon, fresh herb and mineral notes, lively acidity and a crisp, energetic finish — ideal for seafood, salads or easy summer drinking.
About this wine
Jeff Carrel “Dans l’Air du Temps” Chenin Blanc VDF 2025 is a fresh, modern white wine made from 100% Chenin Blanc in southern France under the Vin de France classification. Crafted in a clean, vibrant style, the wine highlights the grape’s naturally lively acidity and citrus-driven character while remaining approachable and food-friendly.
The fruit comes from mature vines grown on clay-limestone and sandy soils, with winemaking focused on preserving freshness and aromatic purity through cool fermentation and stainless-steel aging.
Tasting notes
Light- to medium-bodied with aromas of fresh herbs, lemon zest and citrus peel, supported by subtle mineral and chalky nuances. The palate is crisp, vibrant and highly refreshing, offering bright acidity, clean citrus flavors and a saline edge that carries through to a lively, invigorating finish.
Style & winemaking
Produced in a youthful, fresh Vin de France style, this Chenin Blanc is made using direct pressing followed by low-temperature fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve aromatic purity and natural acidity. The wine is aged on fine lees for added texture and energy while maintaining a clean, mineral profile.
Food pairing
Pairs beautifully with:
Fresh oysters, shellfish or prawns
Grilled white fish
Citrus-dressed salads
Soft goat cheese
Light vegetarian dishes and tapas
Producer & region
Crafted by Jeff Carrel Wines, an innovative French négociant and winemaker known for expressive, approachable wines that emphasize drinkability and character. The “Dans l’Air du Temps” range focuses on contemporary, fruit-driven wines designed for freshness and immediate enjoyment.
This Chenin Blanc reflects the sunny southern French climate and limestone-influenced terroir, bringing together citrus brightness, mineral freshness and easy elegance in the glass.
Shipping & storage
Store in a cool, dark place, ideally at 8–12 °C. Best enjoyed young within 2–3 years to preserve its freshness, citrus lift and vibrant acidity.
FAQs
Q: What is the grape variety?A: 100% Chenin Blanc.
Q: What style of wine is this?A: A fresh, crisp and citrus-driven French white wine made in a modern, easy-drinking style.
Q: Should this wine be chilled?A: Yes — serve chilled at 10–12 °C to highlight its freshness and aromatics.
Jeff Carrel 'Dans l'air du Temps' Chenin Blanc 2025
Produced in a youthful, fresh Vin de France style, this Chenin Blanc is made using direct pressing followed by low-temperature fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve aromatic purity and natural acidity. The wine is aged on fine lees for added texture and energy while maintaining a clean, mineral profile.
Jeff Carrel develops original ranges of wine, with original labels and affordable prices: simple wines but not simplistic.
Each wine has its own universe and its own story to tell. Making wines with a strong identity, with societal and environmental values, technical precision and personality, all the way from the vines to the bottle.
And if these wines exist it is because they are a reflection of the people behind them, a story of encounters, cultures, varieties, climates, and their only pretension is to be sincere.
