
2022
Region
France › Loire › Montlouis AOC
Type
white · still
Grapes
Chenin Blanc
Alcohol
12.5%
Volume
750 mL
Sugar
1.5 g/L
Oh. This wine is simply beautiful. Elegant, refined nose of yellow and white fruits, quince, bruised apples, seaside pebbles with a whisper of smoke and lemon. Fresh ginger lurks beneath. Bright, expressive acidity meets mineral precision and creamy roundness. The balance is spot on - delicious, layered, stylish. This is why Loire Chenin can be so bloody captivating.
Oh yes, this is pure bliss. Everything in its place. I just love this wine - so drinkable, so effortlessly beautiful. And the way it opens up early, inviting you in, is a real charm. The bouquet is almost perfumed: quince, bruised apples, seaside pebbles, a touch of smoke, lemon, and just a whisper of gingerbread. Bright, expressive acidity, mineral core, creamy roundness. The balance is spot on. It's delicious, layered, and stylish.
Though still youthful and slightly green, this wine already reveals its high class and potential. The nose is appealing, offering aromas of quince, flowers, sea air, pebbles, and a hint of smoke. On the palate, it presents pinpoint acidity and a crisp character, with a slightly buttery texture that keeps it well-balanced. This harmony leads to a deliciously long, flinty aftertaste. While the palate shows some greenness, a bit more time in the bottle will allow it to develop further.
This wine, though young, showcases the winery's ability to produce appealing wines early on. It presents a reserved profile with notes of quince, sea pebbles, white flowers, flint, and smoke. The palate is electric, crisp, and enduring. A delightful wine, yet its subtlety speaks volumes.