A look at two vintages of Les Blanchais. Putting these two side-by-side, on this tasting for me the 2008 came out top.
Henry Pellé Menetou-Salon Morogues Les Blanchais 2007: A return to this wine first tasted at the 2009 Salon. From a limestone terroir. Quite a rich colour on inspection, and a nose which is quite creamy, quite citric, rich and tinged with exotic golden fruits alongside the thyme and citrus peel. A fresh, fullsome palate, with plenty of punchy acidity and typical Sauvignon fruit laid on top. Punchy, savoury, quite silky in terms of texture in the midpalate though, and then through the finish more substantial, with barley-like extract in the finish, and nuances of yellow plum and greengage fruit. Very good indeed. 17+/20
Henry Pellé Menetou-Salon Morogues Les Blanchais 2008: And now the subsequent vintage; an elegant and shimmering hue here, and a lovely nose, very fresh and rich in citrus tones, with an appealing aromatic depth. There are very typical varietal notes, of capsicum and yellow plum, but also an undeniably creamy minerality. Bright and pure on the palate, a little creamy at first, then showing more substance, with a talcy, barley-water texture. Delightfully perfumed fruit here, with tropical mango, passionfruit and honeyed plum to the fore. Defined, elegant but vigorous and lively, this is an excellent effort. 17.5+/20