When I was first getting in to wine Sauvignon Blanc was practically all I ever drank but over time I got a bit bored with the way a lot of them are almost too Sauvignon Blanc-y if you get what I mean. This Petit Villebois is not a caricature, it's just what I want from a Loire Sauvignon Blanc. Although Villebois produce Sancerre and Pouilly Fume, this Petit Villebois is one of their cheaper wines and is released under the Vin de Pays du Val de Loire banner rather than the more prestigious appellations.

It's got the classic pale straw colour that you would expect along with a rounded mouth feel, nice acidity and a long finish. It's crisp and zesty with tropical fruit aromas and a hint of elderflower. It's available online from Naked Wines at £8.49 which is good value, especially compared to Villebois' Sancerre and Pouilly Fumes.