White

Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay

Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne · France

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Seafood · Salads · Fresh cheeses · Grilled fish

201688 pts

While Chardonnay may not be native to Southwest France, the Chenin Blanc is. So this blend of spicy and creamy wine has roots in its terroir. The combination of varieties gives minerality, a ripe green-fruit texture and great acidity. This fruity wine is ready to drink.
201487 pts

This wine combines the best of Chenin Blanc, with its nutty, terroir-driven character, and the round ripeness of Chardonnay. It is fruity and fresh with a smooth texture that is lifted by final acidity.
201288 pts

The acidity here is certainly the Chenin Blanc, but with the richness of Chardonnay in the mix, the wine has a full character, softly ripe, apples and pears dominant. It has a crisper feel at the end, bright and lively and ready to drink. Screwcap.
200889 pts

Full in the mouth, spiced with new wood over ginger. The fruit is rich, showing apple and pear juice flavors touched by almonds. It is ripe, delicious, finishing very fresh.
200788 pts

A delicious wine, the Chenin Blanc giving both mineral and spice flavors, contrasting with the richer Chardonnay. Apricot and sweet melon flavors are supported by a fine, surprisingly complex structure. Fresh currants mark the refreshing finish.