The 2023 Domaine Bernard Baudry Chinon Blanc is a beautifully fresh and mineral-driven Chenin Blanc from one of the Loire Valley’s benchmark producers. Produced from limestone-rich vineyards around Cravant-les-Côteaux, the wine reflects the Baudry family’s restrained and terroir-focused philosophy, balancing Chenin Blanc’s natural texture and depth with remarkable freshness and precision. The nose reveals lemon zest, green apple and quince layered alongside white flowers, wet stone and subtle honeyed notes, giving the wine impressive lift and clarity.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with vibrant natural acidity, fine textural depth and a tightly focused mineral core. Layers of citrus peel, orchard fruit and delicate savoury complexity are balanced by saline freshness and chalky tension, finishing dry, energetic and beautifully persistent with excellent precision and drinkability. Fermentation and ageing in a combination of stainless steel and older oak preserve freshness while adding subtle texture and depth.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2023 Domaine Bernard Baudry Chinon Blanc is a superb Loire Chenin Blanc — fresh, mineral and beautifully composed with excellent balance and versatility. Perfect with oysters, grilled seafood, goat’s cheese, roast chicken or lighter vegetable dishes. Enjoy now through 2032+.
