Aged in acacia wood barrels, which give less wood flavor than oak, this is an attractive, lightly oxidized wine with a toasty edge, very dry with almond and honeyed fruit flavors. ——R.V.(5/1/2011)—— 89

By contrast with the Chenin Sec from Chateau de Fesle’s La Chapelle vineyard, this is unoaked. That brings out the delicious, but powerful fruitiness: nuts, kiwis, a touch of honey and cantaloupe. Drink now, or keep for 3 years before opening.——R.V.(10/1/2007)—— 88