The 2021 Thibaud Boudignon Savennieres Clos de Frémine is an exemplary Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley in France, showcasing the region's potential for producing distinctive white wines. Crafted by the esteemed producer Thibaud Boudignon, this vintage has garnered praise for its complexity and potential for aging.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this wine an impressive score of 95, highlighting its aromatic bouquet featuring "pear, rose, green mango, ripe orchard fruits, and spring flowers." The review emphasizes the wine's "full-bodied, intense and bright" character, underlined by a "chiseled, crystalline, elegantly tense palate." Notably, the wine's "flinty structuring extract" and "pure minerality" contribute to its uniqueness. The reviewer suggests that this wine would benefit from aging, recommending to "hide bottles for seven to eight years and enjoy over the following decades."
Vinous also provided a positive review, scoring it 92. The 2021 Clos de Frémine is described as having a "fragrant, lightly tropical nose" with hints of "almost banana and just-ripe pineapple notes." Despite its delicate mid-palate, the wine delivers a powerful "punch on the finish" due to its "racy acidity and mineral streak." The finish is described as "long, aromatic" with a "pastry-like" quality that maintains a "firm line."
This wine, with its 11.5% alcohol content, is sealed with a traditional cork closure. Both reviews highlight the wine's ability to balance elegance with intensity, making it a noteworthy choice for collectors and enthusiasts looking for a Chenin Blanc that promises to evolve beautifully with time.