Domaine des Baumard

Clos du Papillon Savennières Chenin Blanc

9.115 ratings
9.23 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
Sipping Fine Wine

In 1953, Jean Baumard acquired vineyard in Quarts de Chaume, in 1968, purchased substantial acreage in Savennieres. Today Jean’s son, Florent, manages the winery. Aromas of green fruits, floral and flinty notes. On the palate green apple, pear, melon and slight nutty flavors, well balanced with acidity. Medium+ length ending, no fluttering with fresh juicy mineral, just like the butterfly on the label! Aging well, had a ‘15 about a year ago!

In 1953, Jean Baumard acquired vineyard in Quarts de Chaume, in 1968, purchased substantial acreage in Savennieres. Today Jean’s son, Florent, manages the winery. Aromas of green fruits, floral and flinty notes. On the palate green apple, pear, melon and slight nutty flavors, well balanced with acidity. Medium+ length ending, no fluttering with fresh juicy mineral, just like the butterfly on the label! Aging well, had a ‘15 about a year ago!

May 5th, 2020
Sipping Fine Wine

In 1953, Jean Baumard acquired vineyard in Quarts de Chaume, in 1968, purchased substantial acreage in Savennieres. Today Jean’s son, Florent, manages the winery. Aromas of green fruits, floral and flinty notes. On the palate green apple, pear, melon and slight nutty flavors, well balanced with acidity. Medium+ length ending, no fluttering with fresh juicy mineral, just like the butterfly on the label! Will age well if you can resist opening.

In 1953, Jean Baumard acquired vineyard in Quarts de Chaume, in 1968, purchased substantial acreage in Savennieres. Today Jean’s son, Florent, manages the winery. Aromas of green fruits, floral and flinty notes. On the palate green apple, pear, melon and slight nutty flavors, well balanced with acidity. Medium+ length ending, no fluttering with fresh juicy mineral, just like the butterfly on the label! Will age well if you can resist opening.

Aug 13th, 2019
Ed Chin

No flaws, but no real excitement either. Even the aromatics were a bit underwhelming.

No flaws, but no real excitement either. Even the aromatics were a bit underwhelming.

Jul 5th, 2024
Richard Portes

17.5 weight, good mouthfeel, M+ length

17.5 weight, good mouthfeel, M+ length

May 7th, 2024
Lauren

Good! Smooth pretty full bodied. Maybe a touch sweet aftertaste but good

Good! Smooth pretty full bodied. Maybe a touch sweet aftertaste but good

Jul 24th, 2021
Rick K
9.2

Tropical fruit, lemon, salinity on the finish. Really beautiful.

Tropical fruit, lemon, salinity on the finish. Really beautiful.

May 26th, 2019
Stuart Pollack

Lovely Chenin Blanc, with a white melon start followed by a sour finish. Nose smells of citrus fruit. A very enjoyable weekend wine.

Lovely Chenin Blanc, with a white melon start followed by a sour finish. Nose smells of citrus fruit. A very enjoyable weekend wine.

May 5th, 2019
Martijn

Had the opportunity to taste this next to the 2014 vintage. A lot of tropical fruit: pineapple, melon and ripe sweet apples. Too sweet for my personal liking.

Had the opportunity to taste this next to the 2014 vintage. A lot of tropical fruit: pineapple, melon and ripe sweet apples. Too sweet for my personal liking.

Mar 11th, 2019
Willem Jan Withagen

Willem had this 2 months ago

Willem had this 2 months ago

Sep 3rd, 2024
Martijn

Martijn had this 2 months ago

Martijn had this 2 months ago

Sep 3rd, 2024