Where is Thomas-Labaille?

It is in the village of Chavignol, in the Sancerre appellation of the Loire Valley.

Who runs Thomas-Labaille?

Jean-Paul Labaille runs it. He took over from his father-in-law Claude Thomas after leaving a civil service career.

What is the Cuvée Buster?

It is a Sancerre bottling from the estate's old-vine parcels in Monts Damnés.

What is special about the Monts Damnés vineyard?

It is one of Sancerre's premier sites, a steep slope where machine harvesting is impossible and the work is done by hand.

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Thomas-Labaille

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Chavignol Sancerre estate with old vines in Monts Damnés and the Cuvée Buster

About Thomas-Labaille

Thomas-Labaille is a Sancerre estate in the village of Chavignol, Cher. It was established by Claude Thomas, and his son-in-law Jean-Paul Labaille, a former civil servant, took it over as full-time vigneron. The estate holds many old vines, including steep parcels in Monts Damnés where work has to be done by hand. Its Sancerre bottlings from Sauvignon Blanc include Monts Damnés and the Cuvée Buster.

Who Is This For?

For Sancerre drinkers who want Sauvignon Blanc from Chavignol's Monts Damnés made with traditional methods.

Wines of Thomas-Labaille

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Thomas-Labaille?: It is in the village of Chavignol, in the Sancerre appellation of the Loire Valley.
Who runs Thomas-Labaille?: Jean-Paul Labaille runs it. He took over from his father-in-law Claude Thomas after leaving a civil service career.
What is the Cuvée Buster?: It is a Sancerre bottling from the estate's old-vine parcels in Monts Damnés.
What is special about the Monts Damnés vineyard?: It is one of Sancerre's premier sites, a steep slope where machine harvesting is impossible and the work is done by hand.