Maïté Perrocheau & Warren Truchon

Les Errances (Anjou)

Based in the heart of the Loire Valley, Les Errances is the project of Maïté Perrocheau and Warren Truchon. Their journey to winemaking was literal; after years in the corporate world (consulting and communications) and a period of globetrotting from Mexico to Sweden, they settled in Rablay-sur-Layon to pursue a lifestyle rooted in the soil.

What began in 2017 as a high-quality négociant project—sourcing organic grapes from trusted neighbors—has evolved into a thriving 6-hectare estate.

The Philosophy: "Wandering" with Purpose

The name "Les Errances" (The Wanderings) reflects their unconventional path and their "ephemeral" approach to certain cuvées. Their work is defined by:

• Permaculture Ethos: They focus on biodiversity beyond just the vines, integrating trees and varied plant life into the vineyard ecosystem.

• Low Intervention: Winemaking is "pur jus"—spontaneous fermentations with indigenous yeasts, no fining or filtration, and zero to minimal sulfur (added only if a vintage strictly requires it).

• Eco-Conscious Packaging: Commitment to sustainability extends to the bottle, using ecological paper for labels and natural beeswax for seals.

Technical Profile

Terroir and Vineyard Management The estate is located in Rablay-sur-Layon, within the "Anjou Noir" region. The vines sit primarily on Schist soils mixed with clay-silt, which imparts a distinct mineral tension to their wines. They currently manage approximately 6 hectares of vines, all of which are farmed under strict Organic (AB Certified)standards.

Varietals and Vinification Maïté and Warren work with a diverse palette of Loire varietals, including Chenin Blanc, Grolleau, Cabernet Franc, Gamay, and Melon de Bourgogne. Vinification occurs in a mix of stainless steel, fiberglass, and old oak barrels to allow the fruit to express itself without heavy wood influence. Most of their cuvées are released under the Vin de France (VSIG) classification, granting them the creative freedom to blend varietals or experiment with styles outside of rigid AOC regulations.

Notable Cuvées

• Quand fond la neige où va le blanc: A sharp, mineral-driven 100% Chenin Blanc.

• Cartouche: A vibrant Cabernet Franc that emphasizes freshness over heavy tannins.

• Tohu Bohu: A lively, crown-capped pétillant naturel (sparkling) rosé.

• Kinhoyé: An experimental blend often mixing white and red grapes (e.g., Chenin, Gamay, and Grolleau).