Savennieres versus an unusual dry Quarts de Chaume. As the appellation Quarts de Chaume must be always sweet, the dry one is called Clos des Quarts.

The 2015 Pascal Laffourcade Clos des Quarts is rather Burgundian in style, featuring blossom notes, a touch of butter, and a full body; it is mineral-driven, dense, and long on the palate. The wine requires extended aeration. 17/20 points.

The 2018 Pascal Laffourcade Savennières Clos la Royauté is a classic Loire Chenin Blanc, offering notes of nutmeg, spice, and dark blossoms; it is full-bodied and citrusy, as well as dense, long, balanced, and fresh. 18.3/20 points.