WINE

Sancerre Blanc ’Le Chatillet’, Dom. Balland-Chapuis

These stoney soils dominated by limestone give broader Sauvignon fruit, but the Balland-Chapuis version is everything good Sancerre should be. Ripe apple aromas on the nose, but subtle; a touch of blackcurrant leaf, then a very nicely defined palate of Granny Smith and lime cordial, with elderflower notes and good minerality. Excellent with all fish dishes, salads, and goat’s cheese especially.