Product Overview
Winery's Notes:
"Spurred on by several winegrowers in the appellation, Ronceay is the name given to the dry whites created in the Chaume Premier cru and Quarts de Chaume grand cru appellation, in tribute to the abbesses of the Ronceay abbey, owners of the vines in the 11th century."
Importer's Notes:
"This seamlessly textured Chenin Blanc has explosive aromas of pear, white flowers, citrus peel, and quince. Bright and energetic, the palate bursts with a core of white nectarine, oyster shells, and intense minerality. A saline note keeps everything in balance on the long finish."
Varietal Composition: 100% Chenin Blanc
Appellation: Anjou AOC
Farming Practices: Certified biodynamic by Demeter
Aging: Fermented and aged 12 months in 70% stainless steel and 30% foudre (per the winery!)
92 Points - Wine Spectator
"A precise style, with impressive freshness to its pear, melon, persimmon, verbena and flower blossom high tones. Hints of lanolin, heather and lime zest oil add detail to the palate, marked by ample crushed flint and mineral energy. Shows real freshness and structure, with white tea tannins giving grip to the bone-dry finish. Drink now through 2032. 500 cases made, 100 cases imported." -KB, 11/30/24
92 Points - Wine Advocate
"The 2022 Ronceray evokes a ripe bouquet with aromas of freshly baked bread, pear, ripe orchard fruits, sweet spices and delicate toasty notes. Medium to full-bodied, it is fleshy and enveloping, with a mineral-laced finish and flinty character. It’s derived from vines planted on Quarts-de-Chaume terroir and matured on barrels, foudres and amphorae for 12 months." -YC, 1/4/24
90 Points - Vinous
"The 2022 Anjou Blanc Ronceray is a saline, salty, smoky number. It has lovely flesh and silky charm, followed by fine phenolic richness. Twelve months in foudre, barrel and amphora means this wine is all about texture."
