($25):  The vast amount (95%) of wine made in Chinon, one of many picturesque villages in the Loire Valley, is red.  Although limited, the amount of white, made from Chenin Blanc grapes, is increasing because of its immediate appeal to consumers.  Couly-Dutheil, one of Chinon’s top producers and no newcomer to the region, has been making this delicious one for decades.  Subtle peach-like notes buttressed with firm and bracing acidity create an intriguing interplay.  A mouth-coating texture and the barest hint of sweetness in the finish make  it an excellent choice with sushi or spiced Asian fare.
92 Michael Apstein May 8, 2018