2021 Pascal Janvier Jasnieres, Jasnieres, France

From: Loire Valley, FranceVarietal: Chenin Blanc Taste: This Chenin Blanc is exotically perfumed, racy, slightly honeyed, and packed with minerality. It bears the unique signatures of its cool, stony terroir of clay, limestone, and flint, making it an unmistakable product of Jasnières. The guava, flowers, citrus, clove, and gunflint in its aroma profile make this wine fascinating and versatile. This versatility makes it the ideal companion to an array of dishes, from simple fresh goat cheeses and buttery fish preparations to more exotic Southeast Asian and Central American dishes.Pairing: Pairing Pascal Janvier’s Jasnières is an adventure in itself, its freshness and minerality making it an excellent match for fish, shellfish, poultry, and veal. Almond grilled trout (check out the fish almondine recipe below), vermicelli bowls, Asian-style chicken salad, and risotto with fresh produce or artichokes are just a few suggestions. But regardless of what you pair it with, one thing is certai