Like many, sauvignon blanc used to be my go to white. Let’s shift our mindset and explore Mary Taylor’s Anjou Blanc— an example of a classic French wine that does not require a blank check to drink.
Here is everything you need to know about this brilliant bottle, why it hits way above its weight class, and why it’s about to become your new favorite pairing partner.
The Specs & Profile
Winery & Label: Mary Taylor / Anjou Blanc
Grape: 100% Chenin Blanc
Region: Loire Valley, France (Anjou Appellation)
In the Glass: A radiant golden-yellow hue that practically begs for a sunny afternoon.
Aromas: Right out of the gate, you get crisp green apple and under-ripe pear, chased by subtle hits of lemon peel and dried apricot. Give it a second to breathe, and delicate notes of white flowers emerge, backed by that classic, unmistakable Chenin Blanc signature: beeswax, damp straw, and wet river stones.
Flavor & Structure: Bone-dry with a gorgeous, mouth-coating medium body driven by razor-sharp acidity. On the palate, it delivers tart apple, fresh ginger, orange zest, and a distinctly waxy, wet-stone minerality. As it lingers, a wave of savory lemon curd rolls in, finished with a faint, complex whisper of dried honey.
The Finish: Chalky, saline, and unapologetically stony—leaving your palate completely refreshed and ready for the next bite.
The Ethos: Why Mary Taylor Gets It Right
What makes this bottle even better is the mission behind the label. Mary Taylor operates on a brilliant import philosophy: partnering directly with small, independent vignerons who practice genuine sustainable farming—even if those growers can’t always afford the expensive formal certification process. You’re getting authentic, terroir-driven wine straight from the source while supporting real families working the land.
Can’t Find Mary Taylor? Chat with your wine merchant…
If your local bottle shop does not have this Mary Taylor in stock, don’t panic. You don’t have to abandon ship on the Chenin Blanc train.
Just walk up to the counter, flash a knowing smile, and tell your retailer you are looking for a dry, high acid, mineral driven Chenin Blanc from Loire Valley. You have your heart set on one from Anjou or Saumur, but you are open to a Vouvray Sec (dry Vouvray), as well.