I bought several bottles of this (and other vintages) of Clos du Coulaine more than 20 years ago for an attractive price (about $10 a bottle). Consumed 10 to 12 years after the vintage date, these wines were disappointing, bitter and almost hard to drink. As the last remaining bottle, 20 years after the vintage, this Savennieres has finally turned the corner and is drinking beautifully. I suspect this may be because the bitterness on the finish (probably botrytis-derived) has evolved and blended nicely into the other Chenin Blanc flavors.
Deep golden yellow. Canteloupe melon, honey, flowers and limestone minerals. Broad flavors but plenty of acidity. Works beautifully with the flavors and texture of grilled acorn squash. This has what I love about Savennieres. It is a sometimes cranky wine, and I wish I had been more patient with the bottles I consumed before their time.
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