The white wines of Saumur, with their harmonious combination of minerality and delicate fruitiness, are undiscovered treasures. Here Chenin Blanc is planted on limestone and produces an entirely different style of wine compared to Chenin planted elsewhere. This one from Château de Villeneuve, for example, combines an enticing fine tropical fruitiness with a bracing minerality and enlivening saline-like acidity. Its suave, stoney texture coats the mouth. Crisp and cutting, it’s perfect for this summer. Offering much more flavor impact than physical weight, it is a bargain.
95 Michael Apstein – July 30, 2025