We love this tiny Loire Valley appellation, where the Chenin Blanc's expression is exotic fruits (think guava and papaya), offset by a flinty, dryish minerality. The Cuvée du Silex, harvested from slopes along the Loir River, takes the intensity found in all Janvier's wines to another level. As wonderful and distinctive as it can be on its own, it really explodes paired next to things like ceviche and peppery, herbaceous Thai interpretations of shellfish and noodles. Sustainable farming.