2020 Anjou, Quarts, Domaine Belargus, Loire

Ivan Massonat, via his Domaine Belargus, is redefining dry Anjou Chenin Blanc. Les Quarts comes from the south-facing Quarts de Chaume, best-known for its unctuously sweet wines, but now gaining a reputation for some of the finest dry white wines of the world. A wine of wonderful elegance and finesse, with a sleek sophistication that would put most white Burgundy to shame.

Arguably a wine of texture and structure, rather than aromas or flavours, there is a feeling of precision and freshness running through the middle of the wine. There are layers of chewy citrus fruit and white peach, interwoven with salty minerals which leave a bone-dry finish. Still very young, with significant ageing potential.

Drink 2025 - 2050

Adam Bruntlett, Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd (February 2024)