Domaine Du Closel Savennières Les Caillardières

The palate is rich, textural, and mineral‑driven, opening with ripe quince, baked apple, and lemon oil. The fruit feels golden and concentrated, shaped by late harvesting and the warm 2020 vintage. A mid‑palate of pear, citrus zest, and gentle honeycomb adds both brightness and depth, while the oak élevage brings a silky, rounded texture with subtle notes of almond and hazelnut. The wine moves with a broad, confident line, supported by crisp acidity and a strong schist‑driven mineral backbone. As it opens, hints of beeswax, toasted nuts, and warm spice emerge, adding savoury complexity without heaviness. The finish is long, dry, and textural, tapering with notes of quince skin, lemon pith, and a faint smoky‑mineral echo. Overall, it’s a powerful, layered, beautifully structured Savennières — combining ripe Chenin richness with Closel’s signature mineral tension.