Domaine Andree L'Envolee 2019

This is a bit of a cult wine for Stéphane, produced from Grolleau Noir and a little Grolleau Gris. On the nose, it has attractively exotic, perfumed wild-berry fruit that is quite crunchy in style. The palate is nicely refined and reserved, showing some lovely dark cherry fruit character but in a tight, fresh and nicely croquant style. A wine that is appealing, fresh and full of life, this would be a great wine for any wine bar!  
 
Over the past decade Anjou and its chenin blanc-based whites have gained a solid reputation for their remarkable depth, particularly among white Burgundy lovers seeking an affordable alternative. The reds, made from Cabernet Franc and/or Grolleau, have long been popular as a sort of alternative to Bourgueil and Chinon.