It’s not the cheapest Menetou on the market but it sure is a stunner.  Electrifying and expressive with vitality and minerality in spades, this saw most of the other Loire whites off the competition board at our tasting, whatever their appellation.

Vintage: 2011

Closure: Cork

Grape: Sauvignon Blanc

Country: France

Region: Loire

ABV: 12.5%