Chenin Blanc is an early budder and therefore vulnerable to spring frosts; this used to discourage some growers, but many innovations perfected in California have alleviated this problem.”

Chenin Blanc originated in France's Loire Valley, likely in the Anjou subregion, which today makes the world's most acclaimed Chenins. The grape's frontiers have expanded, to South Africa, where it's also known as Steen, as well as to some regions in the U.S., most notably California.

Chenin Blanc from Vouvray can be dry or sweet (sweet or off-dry styles are easier to find, especially at grocery stores). These wines are often softer in body and acid and showcase fruitier flavors and less minerality. They are friendly wines. Bonnezeaux and Quarts de Chaume are dessert wine regions in Anjou.

Chenin blanc (known also as Pineau de la Loire among other names) is a white wine grape variety from the Loire Valley of France.