Brendan Stater West, Saumur Blanc, L'Ardillon, Loire, France, 2022 (Case) Ardbeg this silky red has a

this silky red has a gentle acidity and beautiful ripe tannins

floral hints and white peach aromas

it is medium to full-bodied

a balancing peat lurking quietly in the substrata

with fresh and bright fruit aromas and a pleasant balsamic sensation

Brendan Stater West, Saumur Blanc, L'Ardillon, Loire, France, 2022 (Case) Ardbeg this silky red has aA striking expression of Chenin Blanc. It opens with a nose of flint and cracked white pepper, underpinned by a deep seam of crushed chalk. On the palate, it is both poised and energetic, revealing layers of ruby grapefruit, dried citrus peel, and clove, with a subtle creaminess woven through its mineral core. The acidity is sharp and purposeful, lending tension and clarity, while the finish lingers with spice and a saline edge. A wine of finesse and