Loire Valley
Château de Coulaine 2019 Chinon Bonnaventure 750 mL
Very ripe red fruit and spice lead into a round, ample palate. Cabernet Franc brings concentration without losing definition, while pleasant tannins give the wine a composed, gently structured shape. A saline note threads through the fruit and adds savoury contrast to the generous core. The finish remains full and balanced, carrying ripe red fruit, spice and that subtle saline edge with measured persistence.
Saget La Petite Perrière 2020 Pinot Noir Rosé 750 mL
Pale and lightly pink in the glass, with a delicate aromatic profile centred on rose petal, grenadine and fresh red berries. The fruit remains clear rather than heavy, allowing the floral note to stay present from the opening through the finish. Its character is restrained and finely drawn, with soft berry detail, gentle perfume and a composed, subtly expressive close.
Domaine Guiberteau 2017 Saumur Rouge Les Arboises Cabernet Franc 750 mL
Straight and energetic, with a savoury core and a smoky bacon note that gives aromatic depth without weighing the wine down. The palate is taut and focused, carried by fresh acidity and a fine, silky tannin line. Its shape is elegant rather than broad, and the fruit remains restrained and precise. A clear saline note takes over on the finish, leaving a clean, persistent close.
Domaine du Closel 2018 Clos du Papillon Savennières Magnum 1.5 L
Baked quince and dried apricot open into crushed almond, beeswax and a subtle flinty edge. The palate is concentrated and textural, with orchard fruit and a savoury marzipan note balanced by firm, rocky acidity. A fine bitterness adds definition rather than weight, carrying herbal and mineral detail through a long, dry finish. Decanting will help the layered character settle into focus.
Maison Audebert et Fils Bourgueil 3 L Box
Black raspberry and red cherry lead a bright, easygoing Cabernet Franc profile, with earthy and chalky notes adding savoury definition. The palate is fresh and fruit-driven rather than heavy, balancing ripe berry flavour with gentle structure and a clean citrus lift on the finish. The generous box format makes it a practical choice for gatherings while preserving the region's lively, food-friendly character. Serve lightly cool with roast poultry, sausages, mushroom dishes or a casual charcuterie board.
Divin 0.0% Sauvignon Blanc
White peach, citrus and white flowers form a fresh, aromatic opening. The palate is clean and well balanced, with bright acidity sharpening the pale orchard-fruit character and keeping the texture light. A gentle mineral note adds definition through the middle before a crisp, dry-leaning finish. Serve well chilled with oysters, chèvre, grilled prawns, herb-led salads or simply prepared white fish.
Divin 0.0% Pinot Noir
Redcurrant, strawberry and cherry lead a bright red-fruit aroma, with blackcurrant adding depth. Mint, tomato leaf and a faint alpine-herb note bring freshness, while subtle caramel and vanilla round the edges. The palate is medium-bodied and lively, with refreshing acidity and fine, integrated tannins. The finish is clean, softly herbal and fruit-led. Serve lightly chilled with mushroom dishes, roast chicken, salmon or strawberry tart.
Château du Hureau 2013 Saumur Blanc Argile
Moulin Touchais Coteaux du Layon 1998
Brilliant gold in the glass, with rich apricot, baked apple and dried fruit joined by honeyed spice and a subtle botrytised complexity. The palate is luscious yet disciplined, balancing mature sweetness with a bright seam of acidity and gently savoury depth. Long and poised on the finish, it is excellent with blue cheese, tarte tatin or fruit-based desserts.
Moulin Touchais Coteaux du Layon 2002
Bright gold and wonderfully lively, with peach, papaya and melon layered over lemon zest, white flowers, honey, apricot and spiced orange peel. The palate is ripe and creamy but never heavy, its sweetness held in check by vivid acidity and a clean mineral line. Persistent and refreshing on the finish, it pairs beautifully with foie gras, blue cheese or almond tart.
Moulin Touchais Coteaux du Layon 2007
Unctuous yet vibrant, with honey, baked apple, saffron, guava and mango lifted by dusty lemon, dried herbs, grass and fresh mint. The palate is generous and layered, balancing tropical sweetness with the high, graceful acidity that gives mature Chenin its poise. Long and luscious without becoming cloying, it suits blue cheese, baked apple or lightly spiced pâté.
Château du Hureau 2020 Saumur Blanc Argile
Apricot and Anjou pear lead, followed by white flowers and fresh citrus. The palate is succulent yet focused, with bright acidity shaping ripe white and exotic fruit into a clean, tonic line. A subtle mineral grip adds texture and precision, carrying the wine through a long, layered and gently floral finish.
Domaine Pelle 2020 Menetou-Salon Morogues Blanc
Yellow plum, ripe citrus and a touch of tropical fruit give the nose generous lift. Concentrated on the palate without becoming heavy, it balances rounded fruit with clean acidity and a light mineral edge. The finish is fresh, aromatic and quietly persistent. Serve chilled with grilled prawns, fresh goat cheese, green vegetables or a simply dressed roast chicken.
Famille Joly 2016 Les Vieux Clos Savennières
Domaine Guiberteau 2020 Saumur Blanc
Château Moncontour 2022 Vouvray Sec
Domaine de Villalin 2023 Quincy Cuvee Tradition
Lemon and grapefruit lead a bright, aromatic profile, joined by acacia, white flowers and a gentle peppery lift. The palate is smooth and lightly textured, with fresh citrus carrying through a clean, energetic finish. Its balance of fruit and freshness makes it easy at the table. Serve well chilled with oysters, goat cheese, grilled fish or simply prepared green vegetables.
Domaine Pelle 2019 Menetou-Salon Morogues Blanc
White flowers and citrus lead into ripe peach, lime zest and a gentle herbal note. The palate is fuller than many Loire Sauvignon Blancs, but remains racy and clear, with refreshing acidity and a saline mineral line carrying the finish. Its balance of richness and precision works well with goat cheese, asparagus, shellfish or herb-roasted chicken.