A visit to M. Quenard in the Savoie

Yesterday we paid a brief visit to Domaine Andre & Michel Quenard, one of the top estates in the Savoie. We tried (and bought) some delicious refreshing wines, perfect for the current weather (30+ every day). The Chignin, made from the local Jacquere grape variety was very good, the Chgnin-Bergeron, made from Roussanne, was excellent. The red Mondeuse was light and sappy, perfect for summer drinking, but not, I suspect, something that would appeal to consumers used to rich, fruit-filled red wines. A full report to follwo, but in the meantime a few pics, including some of the wonderful scenery.