Francine et Olivier Savary Savary Chablis Review
If you’re unfamiliar, Chablis is Chardonnay, but it is not like a California Chardonnay — it’s typically minerally, unoaked, and pairs well with almost anything.
Wine review by: Jessyca Frederick |
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About this Wine
Wine: 2018 Savary Chablis
Blend: 100% Chardonnay
Region: Chablis, Burgundy, France
Retail price: $23
I consumed it: July 2021
My source: The Michelin Wine Club by Wine Access
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From this wine club: The Michelin Wine Club by Wine Access
From this winery: Francine et Olivier Savary
Wine color/style: White wine
Grape variety or blend: Sauvignon blanc
Tasting notes: Apple, Chalk, Pear, Bright
Other characteristics: Food friendly
Savary Chablis: What I think
If you’re unfamiliar, Chablis is Chardonnay, but it is not like a California Chardonnay — it’s typically minerally, unoaked, and pairs well with almost anything. Randolph said “Every sommelier has a nice Chablis up their sleeve. Now your members can, too.”
The Savary was no exception with scents of apple, chalk, and a fresh energy that delivered subtle pear notes.
I found this Chablis delightful with our favorite vegan dinner — grilled zucchini, hummus, spinach, red onion, and tomato on a wheat pita-like flatbread, but I sure would like to have tried it with Californios’ Tres Frijoles (Californios is the Michelin-starred restaurant which collaborated on this wine club shipment).
Last updated: August 2, 2023
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