Bernard fouquet has around 30ha of chenin vines, planted across a range of soils, from limestone to flint. Each parcel is hand picked and vinified separately, with fermentation taking place partly in oak barrels and partly in old glass lined vats cut into the rock. A pure, well developed nose of fresh quince and pear. The palate is a swathe of ripe apple fruit, with a honeyed sweetness, balanced by chenin's characteristic blade like acidity and mineral grip. A superb aperitif wine which will also partner the delicate flavours of salmon en croute or cold cured meats.