Loire Valley
Spanning from the Central Vineyards in the east to Nantes in the west, passing through Torraine and Anjou-Samur, the Loire Valley is a vast and varied wine region shaped by the river's influence. The region's diverse terroir is characterized by a continental climate in the east and a maritime climate in the west.
Renowned for its exceptional dry white wines made from Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc, the Loire Valley offers a captivating selection with crisp acidity, expressive fruit flavours, and mineral notes. Notable white wine appellations in the Loire Valley include Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, Vouvray, and Savennières. Leading producers of white wine in the region include Domaine Vacheron, Domaine Huet, and Domaine Didier Dagueneau.
In addition to its white wines, the Loire Valley produces charming red wines made from Cabernet Franc. Ranging from light and fruity to more complex and age-worthy, these red wines are known for their vibrant acidity, subtle tannins, and bright red fruit flavours. Key appellations for red wines in the Loire Valley include Chinon, Bourgueil, and Saumur-Champigny. Notable producers of red wine in the region include Domaine Bernard Baudry, Catherine & Pierre Breton, and Domaine Charles Joguet.
The Loire Valley also produces excellent sweet wines and sparkling wines. Sweet wines are made from Chenin Blanc grapes affected by botrytis, a fungus that concentrates the sugars in the grapes, resulting in luscious sweetness, honeyed flavors, and vibrant acidity. The most famous sweet wine appellations in the Loire Valley include Coteaux du Layon and Quarts de Chaume. Sparkling wines, known as Crémant de Loire, are made using the traditional method and offer excellent value for money with finesse, delicate bubbles, and refreshing character.
Loire Valley
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Loire | 1 | 90 (VN (AG)) |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90)Bright straw color with delicate bubbles. Intensely perfumed bouquet displays pear skin, nectarine, honeysuckle and citrus zest. Precise and clean on the palate, offering lively citrus fruit flavors and a deeper note of peach pit, this sparkling wine is more an expression of the variety than the process. A floral quality echoes on the long, spicy finish. Given the quality of their fruit, it is understandable why Huet concentrates on this purer kind of sparkling wine rather than the more widespread Champagne method, which masks the flaws of most overcropped chenin blancs harvested by machine in Vouvray. |
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Loire | 1 | - |
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The Joguet Chinon Charmes 2010 is an exquisite representation of the celebrated Cabernet Franc grapes harvested from the renowned 'Charmes' vineyard in Chinon, France. This exquisite vintage produced by Charles Joguet, a champion of mono-parcel viticulture, showcases the exceptional terroir of the Loire Valley. An enticing blend of power and vivacity achieve balance in the age-worthy, 2010 vintage. Red fruit aromas sit harmoniously alongside herbaceous notes, a characteristic hallmark of the Cabernet Franc variety. Vinification occurred in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the individual varietal's character. After maturation in oak casks, the Joguet Chinon Charmes 2010 offers crisp acidity, structured tannins, and a compelling minerality. Charles Joguet's philosophy of expressing the vineyard’s identity is reflected profoundly in this bottle. His minimalist intervention winemaking style ensures the Joguet Chinon Charmes 2010 captures the exquisite essence of its origin. You’ll discover an experience akin to a journey through the famed slopes of the Loire Valley with every sip. |
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Loire | 10 | - |
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£245.09 |
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Dive into the exquisite world of Loire Valley Cabernet Franc with the impeccable Joguet Chinon Charmes 2020. Crafted with mastery by the well-renowned Domaine Charles Joguet, this vintage encapsulates the terroir of the Chinon appellation. Harvested in the historic clay and limestone soils, the hand-picked grapes reach a perfection rarely attained. The wine showcases a deep ruby hue, revealing an innate integrity and complexity. Joguet’s meticulous vinification ensures an alluring bouquet of ripe red fruits and earthy undertones, whilst the palate is treated to a balanced harmony of fruit and tannins, underscored by a refreshing minerality. A true reflection of nature's generosity in 2020, an exceptional vintage, the Joguet Chinon Charmes 2020 promises a longevity of up to a decade. Savour this wine to appreciate the refined craftsmanship of a producer preserving tradition, whilst constantly innovating to create a classic Loire Valley Cabernet Franc. |
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Loire | 1 | - |
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The Joguet Chinon Clos du Chene Vert 2010 is a fine exemplar of the distinguished viticulture of the Loire Valley, crafted with expertise and passion by the esteemed Chinon wine artist, Charles Joguet. True to Chinon tradition, the wine is solely based on the noble Cabernet Franc grape, lovingly reared on limestone-clay soil in Joguet's organic vineyard, Clos du Chene Vert. This 2010 vintage, aged for 12 to 18 months in oak barrels, manifests a captivating blend of complexity and vibrancy characteristic of Joguet’s winemaking philosophy. On the palate, the Joguet Chinon Clos du Chene Vert 2010 expresses a rare harmony of dark fruit, spice and polished tannins. Its rich and bold composition is capped by an elegantly nuanced mineral finish. Revel in the joy of sipping this exceptional wine as it continues to refine in your cellar for decades. Truly, each bottle of Joguet Chinon Clos du Chene Vert 2010 is an unparalleled testament to Chinon's magnificent terroir. |
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Loire | 3 | 92 (VN) |
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£405.64 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Chinon Clos du Chene Vert, Monopole is one of the top wines from Joguet, offering pure black fruit and even some mint chocolate aromas, in addition to the telltale signs of classy oak use evident in its rich, rounded vanilla notes. In the mouth, you can expect a fuller-bodied style of Cabernet Franc that never becomes heavy or lush. It retains its freshness on the finish, reminding you that we might be in a hot vintage in the Loire, but we're still in the Loire. Fine, sand-like tannins sit in the mouth while the oak-derived vanillins and dark fruit linger on the long, sinewy finish. |
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Loire | 10 | - |
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£225.89 |
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Indulge your senses with Joguet Chinon Cuvee de la Cure 2020, an impeccable expression of French viticulture artistry. This vintage is born in the prestigious appellation of Chinon in the Loire Valley, celebrated for its historic vineyards yielding complex, full-bodied wines. Mesmerisingly rich, the wine is produced under the meticulous eye of Charles Joguet, a vintner renowned for his distinct terroir-driven approach. The fruit, cultivated in the soils of the Clos de la Cure, is skilfully hand-harvested and naturally fermented. The result is a robust, structured red wine with a great ageing potential. Joguet Chinon Cuvee de la Cure 2020 is a testament to Cabernet Franc, a grape variety that sings in the unique soil of Chinon, delivering plump dark berries, captivating minerality, and striking freshness. Its textured palate beautifully unites earthy tones and fruity notes, enchanting every discerning connoisseur with its complexity and elegance. |
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Loire | 2 | - |
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Loire | 6 | - |
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£339.89 |
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Unveiling the exquisite Joguet Chinon Les Varennes du Grand Clos 2019, a fine embodiment of French winemaking heritage. Crafted in the heart of the Loire Valley, this wine is a masterstroke by revered producer, Charles Joguet. Famous for his commitment to terroir-specific vinification, Joguet utilises a unique strain of Cabernet Franc, vinifying parcel by parcel to precisely encapsulate the distinct character of each vineyard. This particular vintage derives from a south-east facing clay-limestone slope, known as 'Les Varennes du Grand Clos'. Handpicked and meticulously sorted, the grapes then undergo spontaneous fermentation and maturation in old oak barrels. The resulting wine is a captivating synergy of robust structure, deep, dark fruit, subtle earthiness and a long, mineral finish. An effortlessly elegant choice for those who appreciate nuanced complexity. Experience the fine art of tradition and innovation with Joguet Chinon Les Varennes du Grand Clos 2019. |
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Loire | 9 | - |
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£489.89 |
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Experience the exquisite, traditional craftsmanship of Joguet Chinon Les Varennes du Grand Clos 2020, a distinguished wine from the terroirs of France's Loire Valley. This esteemed Cabernet Franc varietal is the brainchild of Charles Joguet, a pivotal figure in the Chinon appellation, who has passionately crafted quality wines since 1957. This 2020 vintage embraces its roots, deriving from vines more than 35 years old, nurtured in silica and clay soil. Fermented in stainless steel and nurtured for about 12 months, this excellently balanced wine boasts invigorating freshness with youthful red fruit intimately interlaced with an elegant minerality. Its near crystalline purity reflects a magnificent representation of the Chinon expression. Unveiling complex layers with each sip, the Joguet Chinon Les Varennes du Grand Clos 2020 is a delightful confluence of tradition, territory, and artistic interpretation that is a must-experience for every wine enthusiast. |
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Loire | 1 | - |
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£250.24 |
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100% Sauvignon Blanc Tasting notes: The color is strong with golden yellow reflections. On the nose, the attack is powerful and deep, revealing notes of candied citrus, pineapple and elderflower. On the palate, aromatic complexity, finesse and persistence. The finish is carried by a fresh and delicate wood that gives way to the salinity of the terroir. |
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Loire | 20 | - |
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£271.49 |
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Boasting a rich heritage, 'Les Quatre Piliers Chapitre I 2021' is an exquisite choice for discerning palates. This luxurious fine wine is meticulously crafted in the prestigious vineyards of France, emanating a divine harmony of flavours drawn directly from its terroir. The skill and passion of its winemaker, an embodiment of generational wisdom, bring this high-calibre libation to life. 'Les Quatre Piliers Chapitre I 2021' demonstrates an unrivalled complexity, achieved through traditional winemaking techniques. Its blend tantalises with fruity notes balanced by a refined acidity and culminates in a long, memorable finish. The ageing process in premium oak barrels furnishes the wine with subtle hints of vanilla and toasty notes, asserting a well-structured and rounded character. Encapsulating excellence, 'Les Quatre Piliers Chapitre I 2021' defines a unique drinking experience, proving itself as an astonishing testament to fine winemaking. Discover the pinnacle of quality and craftsmanship with this remarkable French wine. |
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Loire | 3 | - |
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100% Chenin Blanc Tasting notes: Deep nose of verbena and fresh apricot. The fresh and slender mouth stretches with a saline persistence and a slightly brioche finish. |
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Loire | 10 | - |
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An exquisite exemplar of elegance, the Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau Sancerre En Chailloux 2018 embodies the craft of Loire Valley winemaking. The product of meticulous viniculture, this single vineyard Sancerre is grown in chalky clay soils, affording the Sauvignon Blanc grape the ideal conditions for full maturation. Head winemaker Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau, the son of legendary Loire winemaker Didier Dagueneau, favours purity and precision in his wines, preferring minimal intervention in the cellar to let the unique terroir speak for itself. The result? An extraordinary minerality, bright acidity and elegant notes of citrus and white peach that have become synonymous with Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau Sancerre En Chailloux 2018. As flirtatious as it is refined, this white ignites the senses with a harmonious blend of intensity, balance, and terroir-driven complexity. A delightful expressional masterpiece that confirms the Dagueneau family's reputation for producing unequalled Loire Valley whites. |
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Loire | 10 | - |
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Layered with depth, the Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau Sancerre En Chailloux 2019, is an inimitable creation from the esteemed French winemaker Benjamin Dagueneau. Intricately crafted in the Sancerre region of the Loire Valley, this wine extols the verdant beauty of France's heartland. Enhanced by the region's distinct terroir, its grapes are grown on limestone-clay soil, contributing to its mesmerizing mineral characteristics. Benjamin Dagueneau meticulously ages this exceptional wine in large oak barrels, imbuing it with undertones of subtle complexity. Devoted to biodynamic farming constructions, sustainability infuses every essence of its vintage. On the palate, this remarkable creation boasts an immaculate balance of vivacious flavours- creamy citrus, fragrant chive and leafy greens. Its finish is lingering and generous, a poised interplay of intensity and elegance. If you desire an authentic and sophisticated expression of a Sancerre blanc, the Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau Sancerre En Chailloux 2019 stands unrivalled. |
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Loire | 1 | 90 (VN) |
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£331.24 |
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Vinous (90)First harvested in 2014, this 10,000-vine plot was created by basically exploding large blocks of flint with dynamite to obtain a flint-rich vineyard full of large rocks. The result is a creamy, silken 2019 Pouilly-Fumé Barre à Mine that is welcoming; flavor-wise, it's all ground almonds and oyster shell with masses of acidity. There's a firmness on the finish due to the flinty soils, providing upright structure and freshness, but once again, as with other 2019s, the alcohol gets in the way of the finish. An appetizing yet structured wine. |
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Loire | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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Vinous (93)Produced from a flint site that needed to be blown up to make the terroir and made from relatively young vines, this is initially a tender and supple style with a whiff of gunsmoke/flint, a taut line of precision that runs through its core, a mere hint of green herbs reminding you that Pouilly is a Sauvignon producer and even a hint of white pepper. It's a powerful style that has an attractive sense of bitterness holding it together. At just 13%, this is wonderfully balanced, aromatic and driven in this vintage. You may even feel this sense of spice that warms the palate, almost like you've had a warming Indian curry - it's not the alcohol but something else - maybe it's the lint. Unique and intriguing. |
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Loire | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£366.64 |
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Vinous (94)Hailing from a warm vintage that was one of the best in what would otherwise have been a fairly ordinary decade, the 1985 Moulin Touchais Coteaux du Layon is starting to take on a deep golden appearance, commencing to amber. It offers a gorgeous, suave texture and a very complex nose that's a touch oxidative but that adds a layer of additional intrigue: it's all nuts, raisins, walnuts, olives, warm pastry, cinnamon, cooked orange peel. It's round and sweet (95g/L) but not unctuous with richness on the mid-palate while retaining enough acidity to refresh the mouth on the long finish. A wine that is very comfortable in its own skin, providing a very relaxing experience. |
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Loire | 2 | - |
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£348.04 |
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Loire | 2 | - |
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Loire | 1 | - |
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Loire | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£267.64 |
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Vinous (92)The 1994 Coteau du Layon offers an intriguing range of sweet tobacco, dried flowers, candied orange peel and earthy notes. Time in bottle has given the 1994 notable complexity, but it also retains a palpable sense of firmness that differentiates it from the lusher 1997 taste alongside it. Even though the 1994 has the depth and character of a 25 year-old Coteaux du Layon, it also has the sense of reserve that I find intriguing. It’s the sort of wine that demands the attention of the taster. The 1994 is a touch rustic, and yet immensely pleasing. |
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Loire | 1 | 90 (VN) |
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£393.64 |
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Vinous (90)Nineteen nighty six wasn't a legendary vintage unlike the season that would follow. The 1996 Moulin Touchais Coteaux du Layon, a product of a fairly warm season, it is not overtly warm in its fruit profile with some lightly botrytised spice character, plus a rose-like scent, apricots and almonds. With just 76g/L of residual sugar it's not the sweetest interpretation, but its joy is its super smooth, refined texture. Medium length. |
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Loire | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£531.64 |
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Vinous (95)Starting to take on a deep golden hue, the 1997 Moulin Touchais Coteaux du Layon is a sensuous sweet wine (92g/L of residual sugar) that offers ripe and concentrated flavors of apricot jam, cooked oranges botrytis-derived spices (60% of the fruit was affected by botrytis, a high proportion for this wine). It is intense, rich and honeyed, coating the palate with its sucrosity. There's just enough acidity here to keep things going but it does not have the vivacious refreshment of cooler years, providing a weightier, fully charged expression. The finish is lengthy and fragrant. |
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Loire | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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Vinous (94)The 1998 Moulin Touchais Coteaux du Layon was made in a "classic year" with around 20% botrytis. There's rich apricot, baked apple, dried fruit and ground almond aromas. While it's sweet and caresses the focused mid-palate there's no heaviness and it finishes clean with a lovely burst of freshness; the scent of dried apricot fills the mouth. Drinking beautifully now but this can go on and on, based on Moulin Touchais's history for age-worthy wines. |
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Loire | 4 | 96 (VN) |
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£789.89 |
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Vinous (96)A profound, challenging wine. Deep aromas and flavors of pear, quince, baked grapefruit, spice, touch of smoked honey and even tobacco. Racy and intense on the palate, with an underlying core of crushed stone throughout. This is elegant and vital, the very opposite of austere, while the finish is fresh and electric. Memorable and unique. |
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Loire | 10 | 91 (VN) |
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£792.04 |
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Vinous (91)This young Clos de la Coulée de Serrant is soft, round and mouthfilling. The fruit quality of the 2020 is concentrated and succulent without weight, but there's a light farmyardy character to the wine. Offering excellent grip and a fiery schist-derived finish. The alcohol (14.5%) is lightly warming but compared with some previous vintages, it's a little better judged. |
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Loire | 5 | - |
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£801.64 |
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Loire | 3 | - |
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Loire | 2 | 92 (VN) |
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Vinous (92)From 30-year-old vines on schist and quartz. Light golden. Big aromas and flavors. Lots of melon and white fruit — ripe pear, quince, white peach. Ripe, and full-bodied, with lots of underlying spice. |
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Loire | 2 | - |
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£533.09 |
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Experience the mastery of Pascal Cotat with the Pascal Cotat Sancerre La Grande Cote 2022. This exquisite wine hails from the rolling hills of Sancerre in the Loire Valley, widely recognised for their superior quality of Sauvignon Blanc. Cotat's traditional approach to winemaking is clearly exhibited in every bottle. Grapes grown in the steep, south-east-facing vineyard of 'La Grande Côte' are hand-harvested at full ripeness to extract the most nuanced flavours. The wine is then fermented in large, old barrels, which adds vast depth and richness. Expect a complex palate with notes of white flowers, grapefruit and a whisper of minerality. With its vibrant acidity balanced by a touch of luscious sweetness, this is truly a world-class refreshing wine. As a limited-production wine, with only a handful of cases made each year, Pascal Cotat Sancerre La Grande Cote 2022 is indeed a precious find for the discerning wine enthusiast. |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90)Bright straw color with delicate bubbles. Intensely perfumed bouquet displays pear skin, nectarine, honeysuckle and citrus zest. Precise and clean on the palate, offering lively citrus fruit flavors and a deeper note of peach pit, this sparkling wine is more an expression of the variety than the process. A floral quality echoes on the long, spicy finish. Given the quality of their fruit, it is understandable why Huet concentrates on this purer kind of sparkling wine rather than the more widespread Champagne method, which masks the flaws of most overcropped chenin blancs harvested by machine in Vouvray. |
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Loire | 1 | - |
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The Joguet Chinon Charmes 2010 is an exquisite representation of the celebrated Cabernet Franc grapes harvested from the renowned 'Charmes' vineyard in Chinon, France. This exquisite vintage produced by Charles Joguet, a champion of mono-parcel viticulture, showcases the exceptional terroir of the Loire Valley. An enticing blend of power and vivacity achieve balance in the age-worthy, 2010 vintage. Red fruit aromas sit harmoniously alongside herbaceous notes, a characteristic hallmark of the Cabernet Franc variety. Vinification occurred in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the individual varietal's character. After maturation in oak casks, the Joguet Chinon Charmes 2010 offers crisp acidity, structured tannins, and a compelling minerality. Charles Joguet's philosophy of expressing the vineyard’s identity is reflected profoundly in this bottle. His minimalist intervention winemaking style ensures the Joguet Chinon Charmes 2010 captures the exquisite essence of its origin. You’ll discover an experience akin to a journey through the famed slopes of the Loire Valley with every sip. |
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Loire | 10 | - |
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£185.00 |
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Dive into the exquisite world of Loire Valley Cabernet Franc with the impeccable Joguet Chinon Charmes 2020. Crafted with mastery by the well-renowned Domaine Charles Joguet, this vintage encapsulates the terroir of the Chinon appellation. Harvested in the historic clay and limestone soils, the hand-picked grapes reach a perfection rarely attained. The wine showcases a deep ruby hue, revealing an innate integrity and complexity. Joguet’s meticulous vinification ensures an alluring bouquet of ripe red fruits and earthy undertones, whilst the palate is treated to a balanced harmony of fruit and tannins, underscored by a refreshing minerality. A true reflection of nature's generosity in 2020, an exceptional vintage, the Joguet Chinon Charmes 2020 promises a longevity of up to a decade. Savour this wine to appreciate the refined craftsmanship of a producer preserving tradition, whilst constantly innovating to create a classic Loire Valley Cabernet Franc. |
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Loire | 1 | - |
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£501.00 |
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The Joguet Chinon Clos du Chene Vert 2010 is a fine exemplar of the distinguished viticulture of the Loire Valley, crafted with expertise and passion by the esteemed Chinon wine artist, Charles Joguet. True to Chinon tradition, the wine is solely based on the noble Cabernet Franc grape, lovingly reared on limestone-clay soil in Joguet's organic vineyard, Clos du Chene Vert. This 2010 vintage, aged for 12 to 18 months in oak barrels, manifests a captivating blend of complexity and vibrancy characteristic of Joguet’s winemaking philosophy. On the palate, the Joguet Chinon Clos du Chene Vert 2010 expresses a rare harmony of dark fruit, spice and polished tannins. Its rich and bold composition is capped by an elegantly nuanced mineral finish. Revel in the joy of sipping this exceptional wine as it continues to refine in your cellar for decades. Truly, each bottle of Joguet Chinon Clos du Chene Vert 2010 is an unparalleled testament to Chinon's magnificent terroir. |
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Loire | 3 | 92 (VN) |
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£322.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Chinon Clos du Chene Vert, Monopole is one of the top wines from Joguet, offering pure black fruit and even some mint chocolate aromas, in addition to the telltale signs of classy oak use evident in its rich, rounded vanilla notes. In the mouth, you can expect a fuller-bodied style of Cabernet Franc that never becomes heavy or lush. It retains its freshness on the finish, reminding you that we might be in a hot vintage in the Loire, but we're still in the Loire. Fine, sand-like tannins sit in the mouth while the oak-derived vanillins and dark fruit linger on the long, sinewy finish. |
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Loire | 10 | - |
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Indulge your senses with Joguet Chinon Cuvee de la Cure 2020, an impeccable expression of French viticulture artistry. This vintage is born in the prestigious appellation of Chinon in the Loire Valley, celebrated for its historic vineyards yielding complex, full-bodied wines. Mesmerisingly rich, the wine is produced under the meticulous eye of Charles Joguet, a vintner renowned for his distinct terroir-driven approach. The fruit, cultivated in the soils of the Clos de la Cure, is skilfully hand-harvested and naturally fermented. The result is a robust, structured red wine with a great ageing potential. Joguet Chinon Cuvee de la Cure 2020 is a testament to Cabernet Franc, a grape variety that sings in the unique soil of Chinon, delivering plump dark berries, captivating minerality, and striking freshness. Its textured palate beautifully unites earthy tones and fruity notes, enchanting every discerning connoisseur with its complexity and elegance. |
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£403.00 |
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Unveiling the exquisite Joguet Chinon Les Varennes du Grand Clos 2019, a fine embodiment of French winemaking heritage. Crafted in the heart of the Loire Valley, this wine is a masterstroke by revered producer, Charles Joguet. Famous for his commitment to terroir-specific vinification, Joguet utilises a unique strain of Cabernet Franc, vinifying parcel by parcel to precisely encapsulate the distinct character of each vineyard. This particular vintage derives from a south-east facing clay-limestone slope, known as 'Les Varennes du Grand Clos'. Handpicked and meticulously sorted, the grapes then undergo spontaneous fermentation and maturation in old oak barrels. The resulting wine is a captivating synergy of robust structure, deep, dark fruit, subtle earthiness and a long, mineral finish. An effortlessly elegant choice for those who appreciate nuanced complexity. Experience the fine art of tradition and innovation with Joguet Chinon Les Varennes du Grand Clos 2019. |
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Loire | 9 | - |
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£389.00 |
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Experience the exquisite, traditional craftsmanship of Joguet Chinon Les Varennes du Grand Clos 2020, a distinguished wine from the terroirs of France's Loire Valley. This esteemed Cabernet Franc varietal is the brainchild of Charles Joguet, a pivotal figure in the Chinon appellation, who has passionately crafted quality wines since 1957. This 2020 vintage embraces its roots, deriving from vines more than 35 years old, nurtured in silica and clay soil. Fermented in stainless steel and nurtured for about 12 months, this excellently balanced wine boasts invigorating freshness with youthful red fruit intimately interlaced with an elegant minerality. Its near crystalline purity reflects a magnificent representation of the Chinon expression. Unveiling complex layers with each sip, the Joguet Chinon Les Varennes du Grand Clos 2020 is a delightful confluence of tradition, territory, and artistic interpretation that is a must-experience for every wine enthusiast. |
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£192.50 |
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100% Sauvignon Blanc Tasting notes: The color is strong with golden yellow reflections. On the nose, the attack is powerful and deep, revealing notes of candied citrus, pineapple and elderflower. On the palate, aromatic complexity, finesse and persistence. The finish is carried by a fresh and delicate wood that gives way to the salinity of the terroir. |
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Loire | 20 | - |
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£207.00 |
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Boasting a rich heritage, 'Les Quatre Piliers Chapitre I 2021' is an exquisite choice for discerning palates. This luxurious fine wine is meticulously crafted in the prestigious vineyards of France, emanating a divine harmony of flavours drawn directly from its terroir. The skill and passion of its winemaker, an embodiment of generational wisdom, bring this high-calibre libation to life. 'Les Quatre Piliers Chapitre I 2021' demonstrates an unrivalled complexity, achieved through traditional winemaking techniques. Its blend tantalises with fruity notes balanced by a refined acidity and culminates in a long, memorable finish. The ageing process in premium oak barrels furnishes the wine with subtle hints of vanilla and toasty notes, asserting a well-structured and rounded character. Encapsulating excellence, 'Les Quatre Piliers Chapitre I 2021' defines a unique drinking experience, proving itself as an astonishing testament to fine winemaking. Discover the pinnacle of quality and craftsmanship with this remarkable French wine. |
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£227.50 |
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100% Chenin Blanc Tasting notes: Deep nose of verbena and fresh apricot. The fresh and slender mouth stretches with a saline persistence and a slightly brioche finish. |
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Loire | 10 | - |
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£614.00 |
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An exquisite exemplar of elegance, the Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau Sancerre En Chailloux 2018 embodies the craft of Loire Valley winemaking. The product of meticulous viniculture, this single vineyard Sancerre is grown in chalky clay soils, affording the Sauvignon Blanc grape the ideal conditions for full maturation. Head winemaker Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau, the son of legendary Loire winemaker Didier Dagueneau, favours purity and precision in his wines, preferring minimal intervention in the cellar to let the unique terroir speak for itself. The result? An extraordinary minerality, bright acidity and elegant notes of citrus and white peach that have become synonymous with Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau Sancerre En Chailloux 2018. As flirtatious as it is refined, this white ignites the senses with a harmonious blend of intensity, balance, and terroir-driven complexity. A delightful expressional masterpiece that confirms the Dagueneau family's reputation for producing unequalled Loire Valley whites. |
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£683.00 |
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Layered with depth, the Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau Sancerre En Chailloux 2019, is an inimitable creation from the esteemed French winemaker Benjamin Dagueneau. Intricately crafted in the Sancerre region of the Loire Valley, this wine extols the verdant beauty of France's heartland. Enhanced by the region's distinct terroir, its grapes are grown on limestone-clay soil, contributing to its mesmerizing mineral characteristics. Benjamin Dagueneau meticulously ages this exceptional wine in large oak barrels, imbuing it with undertones of subtle complexity. Devoted to biodynamic farming constructions, sustainability infuses every essence of its vintage. On the palate, this remarkable creation boasts an immaculate balance of vivacious flavours- creamy citrus, fragrant chive and leafy greens. Its finish is lingering and generous, a poised interplay of intensity and elegance. If you desire an authentic and sophisticated expression of a Sancerre blanc, the Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau Sancerre En Chailloux 2019 stands unrivalled. |
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Loire | 1 | 90 (VN) |
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£260.00 |
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Vinous (90)First harvested in 2014, this 10,000-vine plot was created by basically exploding large blocks of flint with dynamite to obtain a flint-rich vineyard full of large rocks. The result is a creamy, silken 2019 Pouilly-Fumé Barre à Mine that is welcoming; flavor-wise, it's all ground almonds and oyster shell with masses of acidity. There's a firmness on the finish due to the flinty soils, providing upright structure and freshness, but once again, as with other 2019s, the alcohol gets in the way of the finish. An appetizing yet structured wine. |
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Loire | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£240.00 |
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Vinous (93)Produced from a flint site that needed to be blown up to make the terroir and made from relatively young vines, this is initially a tender and supple style with a whiff of gunsmoke/flint, a taut line of precision that runs through its core, a mere hint of green herbs reminding you that Pouilly is a Sauvignon producer and even a hint of white pepper. It's a powerful style that has an attractive sense of bitterness holding it together. At just 13%, this is wonderfully balanced, aromatic and driven in this vintage. You may even feel this sense of spice that warms the palate, almost like you've had a warming Indian curry - it's not the alcohol but something else - maybe it's the lint. Unique and intriguing. |
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Loire | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£289.50 |
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Vinous (94)Hailing from a warm vintage that was one of the best in what would otherwise have been a fairly ordinary decade, the 1985 Moulin Touchais Coteaux du Layon is starting to take on a deep golden appearance, commencing to amber. It offers a gorgeous, suave texture and a very complex nose that's a touch oxidative but that adds a layer of additional intrigue: it's all nuts, raisins, walnuts, olives, warm pastry, cinnamon, cooked orange peel. It's round and sweet (95g/L) but not unctuous with richness on the mid-palate while retaining enough acidity to refresh the mouth on the long finish. A wine that is very comfortable in its own skin, providing a very relaxing experience. |
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Loire | 2 | - |
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£274.00 |
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Loire | 2 | - |
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£264.00 |
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Loire | 1 | - |
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£255.00 |
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Loire | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£207.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 1994 Coteau du Layon offers an intriguing range of sweet tobacco, dried flowers, candied orange peel and earthy notes. Time in bottle has given the 1994 notable complexity, but it also retains a palpable sense of firmness that differentiates it from the lusher 1997 taste alongside it. Even though the 1994 has the depth and character of a 25 year-old Coteaux du Layon, it also has the sense of reserve that I find intriguing. It’s the sort of wine that demands the attention of the taster. The 1994 is a touch rustic, and yet immensely pleasing. |
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Loire | 1 | 90 (VN) |
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£312.00 |
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Vinous (90)Nineteen nighty six wasn't a legendary vintage unlike the season that would follow. The 1996 Moulin Touchais Coteaux du Layon, a product of a fairly warm season, it is not overtly warm in its fruit profile with some lightly botrytised spice character, plus a rose-like scent, apricots and almonds. With just 76g/L of residual sugar it's not the sweetest interpretation, but its joy is its super smooth, refined texture. Medium length. |
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Loire | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£427.00 |
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Vinous (95)Starting to take on a deep golden hue, the 1997 Moulin Touchais Coteaux du Layon is a sensuous sweet wine (92g/L of residual sugar) that offers ripe and concentrated flavors of apricot jam, cooked oranges botrytis-derived spices (60% of the fruit was affected by botrytis, a high proportion for this wine). It is intense, rich and honeyed, coating the palate with its sucrosity. There's just enough acidity here to keep things going but it does not have the vivacious refreshment of cooler years, providing a weightier, fully charged expression. The finish is lengthy and fragrant. |
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Loire | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£274.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 1998 Moulin Touchais Coteaux du Layon was made in a "classic year" with around 20% botrytis. There's rich apricot, baked apple, dried fruit and ground almond aromas. While it's sweet and caresses the focused mid-palate there's no heaviness and it finishes clean with a lovely burst of freshness; the scent of dried apricot fills the mouth. Drinking beautifully now but this can go on and on, based on Moulin Touchais's history for age-worthy wines. |
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Loire | 4 | 96 (VN) |
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£639.00 |
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Vinous (96)A profound, challenging wine. Deep aromas and flavors of pear, quince, baked grapefruit, spice, touch of smoked honey and even tobacco. Racy and intense on the palate, with an underlying core of crushed stone throughout. This is elegant and vital, the very opposite of austere, while the finish is fresh and electric. Memorable and unique. |
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Loire | 10 | 91 (VN) |
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£644.00 |
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Vinous (91)This young Clos de la Coulée de Serrant is soft, round and mouthfilling. The fruit quality of the 2020 is concentrated and succulent without weight, but there's a light farmyardy character to the wine. Offering excellent grip and a fiery schist-derived finish. The alcohol (14.5%) is lightly warming but compared with some previous vintages, it's a little better judged. |
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Loire | 5 | - |
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£652.00 |
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Loire | 3 | - |
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£469.00 |
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Loire | 2 | 92 (VN) |
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£397.00 |
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Vinous (92)From 30-year-old vines on schist and quartz. Light golden. Big aromas and flavors. Lots of melon and white fruit — ripe pear, quince, white peach. Ripe, and full-bodied, with lots of underlying spice. |
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Loire | 2 | - |
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£425.00 |
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Experience the mastery of Pascal Cotat with the Pascal Cotat Sancerre La Grande Cote 2022. This exquisite wine hails from the rolling hills of Sancerre in the Loire Valley, widely recognised for their superior quality of Sauvignon Blanc. Cotat's traditional approach to winemaking is clearly exhibited in every bottle. Grapes grown in the steep, south-east-facing vineyard of 'La Grande Côte' are hand-harvested at full ripeness to extract the most nuanced flavours. The wine is then fermented in large, old barrels, which adds vast depth and richness. Expect a complex palate with notes of white flowers, grapefruit and a whisper of minerality. With its vibrant acidity balanced by a touch of luscious sweetness, this is truly a world-class refreshing wine. As a limited-production wine, with only a handful of cases made each year, Pascal Cotat Sancerre La Grande Cote 2022 is indeed a precious find for the discerning wine enthusiast. |
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