Complices de Loire - Montlouis-sur-Loire Clair de Lune 2015
2*Étoiles
Hachette
"Clair de Lune? Another name for Chenin (or Pineau de la Loire). The pale, brilliant yellow color of this 2015 vintage evokes the color of the moon at night. Fermented and aged in barrels, this wine reveals a wide range of aromas on the nose: white flowers, apple, boxwood, lemon, and citrus. On the palate, it is a lively, straightforward dry wine, but without any harshness, with a long, lemony finish." (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2018) A dry Montlouis-sur-Loire at a very attractive price!
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Eye
bright yellow dress
Nose
aromas of almond paste, with a hint of mint
Mouth
complex, juicy, and crisp. Beautiful minerality.
Serve
at 10-12°C
Drink from
2017
Drink before
2022
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with white fish (sole, sea bass, sea bream, cod, etc.), shellfish, scallops, Camembert cheese, etc.
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2018 guide) 1*Star (A serious, recommendable production, in line with what one would expect from its appellation(s))
About the estate:
François-Xavier Barc (formerly Joguet) and Gérald Vallée are rewriting the history of Loire wine trading with honest, pure wines that reflect their terroir.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rating (2018 guide) 2 stars (Outstanding wine)
Rated estate (2018 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly awarded by the guide)
About wine:
Clair de Lune? Another name for Chenin (or Pineau de la Loire). The pale, brilliant yellow color of this 2015 vintage evokes the color of the moon at night. Fermented and aged in barrels, this wine reveals a wide range of aromas on the nose: white flowers, apple, boxwood, lemon, and citrus. On the palate, it is a lively, straightforward dry wine, but without any harshness, with a long, lemony finish.
About the estate:
The partnership in 2010 between François-Xavier Barc and Gérald Vallée, both from Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, gave rise to a wine merchant and producer that makes wines from various appellations in the Loire Valley.
Customer rating
3.8/5
based on 18 reviews
Review and opinion by Mr. PIERRE K. Published on 07/16/2018
Delicate nose of white flowers enlivened by light citrus notes and a hint of minerality. There are also very subtle notes of oak (buttery). The palate is lively and straightforward. Lime dominates from the attack to the finish, while retaining a certain elegance. A very nice discovery! Tasted with lobster and sea bass en croûte.
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Review and opinion by Mr. THIERRY H. Published on 04/16/2018
I've become a fan of dry Chenin wines from the Loire region, and this one really impressed me! Excellent value for money!
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Note and opinion by Mr. PIERRE M. Published on 11/28/2017
Delicate, well balanced
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Note and opinion by Mr. FABIEN Q. Published on 11/20/2017
11/17/20 - A perfect expression of dry Chenin: lively, full-bodied, and long-lasting: beautifully balanced.
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Note and opinion by Mr. SOLORES J. Published on 10/30/2017
A rich Chenin, excellent as an aperitif and offering very good value for money.
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Review and opinion by Mr. CHRISTIAN V. Published on 10/09/2017
Excellent Chenin in all its glory
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Review and opinion by Mr. THIERRY S. Published on 11/11/2019
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Review and opinion by Mr. ANDREA J. Published on 12/05/2018
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Review and opinion by Mr. LEO V. Published on 09/17/2018
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Review and opinion by Ms. CHANTAL B. Published on 08/08/2018
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