Domaine Belargus - Quarts de Chaumes Grand Cru "Quarts" sweet 2021 375ml
This is a rich yet almost weightless and perfectly balanced liquoreux from the central Les Quarts plot of the QDC appellation.
"Les Quarts is the original plot that gave its name to the Quarts-de-Chaume appellation," reminds Ivan Massonnat, spiritus rector of Domaine Belargus. The Quarts-de-Chaume terroir—a sunny, south-facing hillside on schists, exposed to the morning mists of the Layon River and ventilated by constant winds—results in "a botrytis of rare concentration".
A dense, oily, caressing and harmonious chenin. The nose proposes notes of peaches, baked apricots, flowers, ginger bread and honey. It’s suave, syrupy and focused. Beautiful freshness at the centre, despite the viscous texture that coats the palate. Some fruit-paste character in the long, tangy finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. 95 points - James Suckling.
100% Chenin Blanc.