Monte Xanic 2023 Chenin Blanc, Valle De Guadalupe, Baja California, Mexico

The Monte Xanic 2023 Chenin Blanc opens with quiet purpose. Its aroma leans gently into quince and white peach, layered with orange blossom and a hint of honeyed pollen. It feels alive and lifted—not perfumed, but thoughtful.

On the palate, fruit moves sideways: lemon zest brightens the mid-palate, while a racy core keeps it humming with energy. The finish taps lightly on salinity and freshness, offering clarity without austerity. It’s vivid without complexity, precise without needing adornment.

This wine is a reflection of place. Cleared nights and sun-warmed days in Valle de Guadalupe shape the fruit; granite and clay lenses in the soil deliver that mineral resonance. Monte Xanic makes this in stainless steel—no oak, no malolactic—to preserve voice and structure.

Monte Xanic’s story is part of its expression. Founded in 1987 as Mexico’s first boutique winery, it helped transform the region’s winemaking path. Under Oscar Gaona, that dedication to clarity and terroir has only sharpened. His approach reflects the valley’s light and heat with balance—not drama.

This isn’t Chenin trying to be flashy—it’s Chenin that returns your attention with brightness. 2023 Monte Xanic Chenin Blanc: Baja in bloom, distilled.