A very clean and inviting nose of honey with floral touches. Real depth of flavour, showing tropical fruit, mandarin and even a hint of chocolate. Already complex and difficult to resist, this will reward the patient. Now-2022

Product Code: CPB207

Claude Papin, described by Simon in last year’s list as “a true Stone, Vine & Sun man”, is a master of Chenin Blanc in all its guises from bone dry to lusciously sweet. His focus is to produce wines which truly reflect their individual origins alongside their varietal character. This year we offer three dry wines from Savennières and four sweet wines: 3 from the superb but tiny 2007 vintage and one that has been held back from the botrytis rich 2005.