Domaine Dutertre Touraine Brut NV 750ml

Chenin Blanc grown in the Loire Valley and then made with the traditional Champagne method. Pale straw colour with a gentle fizz and short-lived white mousse (bottle had been re-sealed a few times over the day, I expect it to be more effervescent fresh.) Sensational to sniff, a broad, inviting aromatic array of Granny Smith apple, honeysuckle, perfume and toast. The palate is soft, floral, yeasty and toasty up front, with punchy crisp apple flavours in the middle and a long, crunchy finish with persistent apple, toast and spice flavours persisting. Delicious.