This is an aromatic, succulent white that just about every sommelier we know in the States would kill to put on their wine list. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, it took 16 months for us to put this offer together because most wines like this usually get snapped up by Parisian bistros like the one where we discovered it.
Pale-straw with hints of green. Expressive fresh-lemon and wild-herb aromas open to reveal hints of yellow apple, sultry tuberose, and a petrichor minerality. On entry, there is an immediate contrast between the sharp, lemony citrus flavors and fleshier tree fruits, giving a textural depth. Vibrant notes of lime zest and wild herbs take center stage, supported by hints of damp earth. A rarely encountered style of Loire white, the pungent fruit and crisp acid will appeal to Sancerre drinkers, with darker and earthier notes that will entice drinkers of Savennières. Drink now–2025.