2022 Benoit Courault, Gibourg Blanc VdF

Benoît Courault established his estate in 2006 in Faye d’Anjou, a small village in the Loire Valley, where he manages his vines using organic farming practices and the assistance of draft horses. This wine is made from 100% Chenin Blanc sourced from 40-year-old vines planted in clay and schist soils. In the glass, it reveals notes of quince, Anjou pear, and hazelnut, framed by a dense, sappy texture and a clean, mineral-driven finish. The 2022 vintage provided consistent ripeness that carries the fruit well while maintaining a steady, vibrant tension throughout the palate. This is a well-balanced expression of the site that is ready to enjoy tonight but possesses the structure to evolve with a few years in the cellar.