Clos de la Coulee de Serrant (Nicolas Joly) ★ 5.0
Monopole Savennieres-Coulee de Serrant, the seven-hectare Chenin Blanc walled vineyard biodynamic since 1984 under Nicolas Joly, France's biodynamic apostle.
Tasting: Monday-Saturday 9-12, 14-17:30; tastings without reservation; closed Sundays and French holidays
Signature wines: Coulée de Serrant, Savennières-Roche aux Moines Le Clos de la Bergerie, Savennières Les Vieux Clos
Tip: The wine needs 3-5 hours of aeration (or a year in bottle) to open; tasting at the domaine is the only way to see it served correctly.