Domaine François Chidaine Vin de France (Vouvray) Rive Droite 2009

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Domaine François Chidaine Vin de France (Vouvray) Rive Droite 2009
Producer Domaine François Chidaine
Region, Country Montlouis-sur-Loire, France
Bottle Size 750ml
Case Size 12
Product Code 22451-750

If the Domaine’s Montlouis vin liquoreux is a rare bird, its counterpart from Vouvray is rarer still. As fans of Domaine Huet will attest, 2009 was a sensational year in the Loire for our growers’ sweet styles, and the apple has not fallen far from the tree here. Crafted from hand-selected botrytised grapes from L’Espagnole and L’Homme, this incredible and complex wine fermented at snail's pace for well over a year (I can’t remember exactly) until it finished with 130 g/L of residual sugar.

Finally released after 13 years in Chidaine’s cellar, it’s oozing brightness and energy. A kaleidoscope of flavours and textures unfolds in the glass with roasted peach drizzled with honey, candied apricot and a procession of invigorating citrus and spice, all underscored by botrytis grip and herbal freshness. Tinged with truffle and saffron complexity, the finish is endless.




Domaine François Chidaine Vin de France (Vouvray) Rive Droite 2009

Reviews

“From grapes grown on deep clay and chalky soils, this wine is cellar-aged in large demi-muid casks. It has notes of honey, quince and apricot, with a touch of saffron. The palate has a precise, fine-grained texture and a minty freshness. An elegant wine.”
96 points, Yohan Castaing, Decanter

Reviews

“From grapes grown on deep clay and chalky soils, this wine is cellar-aged in large demi-muid casks. It has notes of honey, quince and apricot, with a touch of saffron. The palate has a precise, fine-grained texture and a minty freshness. An elegant wine.”
96 points, Yohan Castaing, Decanter

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