Cady 2022 Anjou Blanc "Cheninsolite"

The Domaine Cady "Cheninsolite" is 100% Chenin Blanc grown on schist soils in Saint-Aubin de Luigné, harvested late but vinified dry, fermented in barrel, finishing dry with 2 gr/l RS and aged on the lees. The wine shows a lovely pale gold color with beautiful aromatics of white flowers, candied citrus, peach, honey and stone, really elegant and pretty. The palate is round and ripe but supported by very bright fresh acidity beneath the supple pear, apple, citrus peel and mineral flavors. The texture is gorgeous, caressing the palate leadng to the bitter citrus, yellow fruits and earthy flavors in the long finish. This rather exuberant Chenin is drinking beautfully now, but undoubtably best in 5 to 10 years. Serve as an aperitif, with scallops, fish in sauce, white meats with cream and mushrooms and hard cheeses. Sensational value here for lovers of Chenin Blanc! David Lillie