Château de Chamboureau

Savennieres Clos du Papillon Moelleux Chenin Blanc

9.22 ratings
9.31 pro ratings
Savennières, Anjou-Saumur, Loire Valley, France
Chenin Blanc
Turkey, Vanilla & Caramel, Fruit & Berries, Exotic Spices, Salads & Greens, Pate, Potato, Tomato-Based, Chicken, Fruit Desserts, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pungent Cheese, Squash & Root Vegetables, Goat & Feta Cheese, Cheddar & Gruyere, Sweet Potato, Yuca, Taro, Baking Spices, Chili & Hot Spicy, Nuts & Seeds, Soft Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Quinoa, Shellfish, Sweet Potato
Top Notes For
Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.3

Savennieres with RS is something I've only seen a handful of times. One of the most delicious and cerebral Chenin Blancs I've had recently.

Savennieres with RS is something I've only seen a handful of times. One of the most delicious and cerebral Chenin Blancs I've had recently.

Mar 23rd, 2017
Sam Zavari

Waxy texture, fresh aromatics and lively on the palate. Incredibly delicious. $30

Waxy texture, fresh aromatics and lively on the palate. Incredibly delicious. $30

Mar 6th, 2014
Jerome Challandard


Appearance:
- clear
- deep intensity
- gold colour

Nose:
- clean
- aroma : honey, wax, quince
- fully developed

Palate:
- medium sweet
- high acidity
- medium+ alcohol
- full body
- long finish

Conclusion:
- outstanding quality
- can drink now
- premium priced


Appearance:
- clear
- deep intensity
- gold colour

Nose:
- clean
- aroma : honey, wax, quince
- fully developed

Palate:
- medium sweet
- high acidity
- medium+ alcohol
- full body
- long finish

Conclusion:
- outstanding quality
- can drink now
- premium priced

Dec 1st, 2012