Country: France / Abbaye de Marmoutier Clos du Rougemont
Variety: Chenin Blanc Loire Valley
Winery: Domaine Vigneau-Chevreau / Vouvray
The abbey of Marmoutier was founded in the 4th century by Saint Martin. The walled vineyard is owned by the city of Tours, across the Loire from Vouvray. The wine is off dry, ripe with pear and honey and deliciously balanced with the acidity. It is young and will repay aging, so drink from 2020.