Domaine du Closel-Château des Vaults Clos du Papillon Savennières Chenin Blanc 2018

Ratings on Delectable

Josh Morgenthau Delectable Pro

Nose is fantastic. Orchard flowers. White peach. Orange blossom, honey, apricot. A great long finish. Just not as mineral/acid driven as the best Savennières in more classic vintages. Just slightly off dry. Has the ‘18 ripeness that I’ve found nearly overwhelming. Nothing wrong with it but the wines are less crisp and versatile. Will probably avoid purchasing more of the vintage going forward.

Nose is fantastic. Orchard flowers. White peach. Orange blossom, honey, apricot. A great long finish. Just not as mineral/acid driven as the best Savennières in more classic vintages. Just slightly off dry. Has the ‘18 ripeness that I’ve found nearly overwhelming. Nothing wrong with it but the wines are less crisp and versatile. Will probably avoid purchasing more of the vintage going forward.

9.1

Kristen Mantei

Floral aromas, light and citrusy on the palate with lingering floral notes and my minerals.

Floral aromas, light and citrusy on the palate with lingering floral notes and my minerals.

9.4

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