Tasting notes
Sugar · Sweet
Food pairings
These dishes match this appellation's flavour profile.
- Top pickGrilled peach, burrata and crispy prosciutto salad
The contrast between creaminess and juicy fruit highlights freshness and acidity; the sweetness of the peach harmonizes with the fruity notes and minerality of the wine.
- Thin caramelized pear and almond tartDessert
Melting pears and caramel reflecting the wine's sweetness; the almond provides a slightly fatty texture balanced by acidity, creating harmony on the mid-palate.
- Honey and rosemary roasted chicken with fondant potatoes
Savory and lightly glazed dishes balance with the present acidity and sweetness; the soft structure supports the body while the minerality cleanses the palate.
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- Honey and ginger roasted chicken with squash purée
Caramelized skin and sweet honey echo the wine's sugar, ginger provides a spicy contrast, while the creamy purée matches the body and low tannic structure.
- Caramelized Pear Tarte TatinDessert
The candied pears and caramel recall the sweetness and fruitiness of the wine, while the acidity of the pastry balances the sweetness to prevent it from being too heavy.
- Roasted duck breast with spicy orange sauce
Rich meat and a tangy citrus and spice sauce balance the residual sweetness and floral aroma of the wine, creating a counterpoint to the fruity flavors and full-bodied texture.
Storage potential between 5 and 20 years
Currently drink vintages 2006 to 2021
Serve between 10°C and 12°C
Common varieties
Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc is a versatile grape variety mainly cultivated in the Loire Valley, France. It is used to produce a wide range of white wines, from dry and fresh to rich and complex sweet wines. Chenin Blanc offers lively acidity, flavors of white fruits, and aging potential.