2022 Mary Taylor, Pascal Biotteau, Anjou Blanc

From: Anjou, Loire Valley, FranceVarietal: 100% Chenin Blanc Tasting Notes and Critical Acclaim:  Combining the fresh acidity of the “Anjou Blanc” limestone with the flinty, mouth-coating richness of the “Anjou Noir,” this wine offers a beautiful composite picture of Anjou as a whole, with honeyed notes of apricot giving way to a tangy mineral finish. Fresh lemon blossom and honey nose, with juicy white peach, lime, and slate on the palate. Beware of serving it too cold, though, or you’ll miss out on some of its subtleties. 91 Points – Best Buy – Wine Enthusiast – 2022“This is a Chenin Blanc for palates that crave complexity. This wine has an aromatic nose of golden apple, orange blossom, white peach, ripe pear and lemon zest. There are additional notes of chamomile tea and pencil shavings on the honeyed midpalate that lend intrigue and depth.” Pairing: Quickly sauteed asparagus with beurre blanc topped with a poached egg would be heavenly. Sweet and sour pork or pad thai with a slight