Science has not yet found a way to produce an edible pear tart that generates its own electric current. Until some Michelin starred chef manages that feat, we will have to make do with great Chenin Blanc like this one. Domaine du Pas Saint Martin is the work of Laurent Charrier, whose grandfather had the good sense to own vineyards in some of the best parts of Saumur and Anjou. Laurent immediately turned the vineyards to organic farming, and credits the quality of his wines to the biodiversity in his vineyards and surrounding countryside. He has a gentle winemaking touch, leaving the wine to settle on the lees and sort itself out before bottling without malolactic fermentation. This results in Chenin Blanc with razor sharp fruit notes of lime, pear, kiss melon, fresh peach, waxy honeycomb and chamomile, but no trace of lactic aromas like whipped cream or brioche. The palate is tense and riveting, creamy textured and tastes like biting a peach right off the tree, with dashes of white pepper and lime blossom lingering on the finish. Serve this powerfully flavored wine with pan seared fish fresh from the market, with creamy pastas or polentas, or even a mildly spiced stir fry.