Domaine des Hauts Baigneux‌ ‌Touraine Azay-le-Rideau ‘Le Chenin’ Auxerrois Black raspberries

Black raspberries

and crushed granite reflects the altitude and stony soils of Chermieux

it’s creamy yet fresh

The palate is rich and textured

A few smoky notes and a reductive

Domaine des Hauts Baigneux‌ ‌Touraine Azay-le-Rideau ‘Le Chenin’ Auxerrois Black raspberriesThe palate is broad, textural, and quietly powerful, opening with ripe pear, white peach, and citrus blossom carried by Chenins natural acidity. A midpalate of quince, toasted almond, and subtle smoke reflects the demimuids + concreteegg fermentation, giving both roundness and tension. The long lees ageing adds a silky, creamy depth, while the silexoverlimestone soils drive a saline, mineral backbone. The finish is long, gently bitter, and