Domaine du Clos Naudin - Vouvray Moelleux Réserve 2022
98/100
Bettane & Desseauve
97/100 Coup de Cœur
RVF
97/100
Robert Parker
"A masterpiece where magic happens with every sip!"
“Made from botrytized and sun-dried grapes—the true quintessence of the estate—the Réserve cuvée is produced only in exceptional vintages. As a result, Vincent and Philippe Foreau sacrificed a large portion of the 2018 dry wine to create this exceptional cuvée, in which the 132 grams of residual sugar are absolutely enlivened by a very pure mineral tension. The wine unfolds with sensual richness. Its body is both majestic and agile, brimming with liveliness. The lingering aromas of mango, rum, vanilla, and saffron, with a hint of chalk, create a breathtaking finish. It will still be worth drinking in 50 years.” (Le Guide Bettane + Desseauve).
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Eye
Golden Yellow Dress
Nose
Rich and complex, with notes of ripe yellow fruits (mirabelle plum, plum, quince) and marmalade (clementine)
Palate
A magnificent balance of sugar and acidity that makes it easy to drink and well-rounded, with all the aromas present on the nose, supported by a lovely freshness
Serve
At 10°C
Drink before
2039+
Food and Wine Pairings
On its own as an aperitif, with a mirabelle plum tart, or paired with desserts featuring exotic fruits
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2024 guide) 98/100
Rated estate (2026 guide): 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the wine:
The Moelleux Réserve, made from botrytized grapes and the true quintessence of the estate, is produced only in exceptional vintages. For this exceptional cuvée, Vincent and Philippe Foreau sacrificed a large portion of the 2018 dry wine, resulting in a wine where the 132 grams of residual sugar are absolutely enlivened by a very pure mineral tension. The wine has evolved perfectly since our last tasting; its shimmering aroma features dried and candied fruits, with a hint of yellow fruit that shines through in a majestic palate, culminating in a radiant, perfectly energetic finish that builds in intensity. We’re counting down the days…
About the estate:
On these 11.5 hectares, which will be certified organic in 2024, Vincent Foreau is taking over from his father, Philippe. The dry wines, with their vibrant finishes of citrus zest, gain in refinement with age. A vertical tasting dating back to 1947 demonstrates their ability to stand the test of time. The sweet wines are fantastic for their dense texture, supported by just the right amount of tension, and the most recent vintages of these gastronomic wines possess remarkable vitality. A fifth star is well deserved.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2025 guide) 97/100 (Extraordinary wine)
About the wine:
Bursting with notes of quince, herbs, spices, orange marmalade, and exotic fruits, the 2022 Vouvray Moelleux Réserve is already a delight to drink, even though its immense aging potential is undeniable. Full-bodied, dense, and concentrated, it is remarkably precise, pure, and harmonious, with a fleshy, enveloping fruit core balanced by lively acidity and a subtle hint of gastronomic bitterness, culminating in a long, mineral, and refreshing finish. Produced only about three times per decade, this rare cuvée is crafted from a meticulous selection of botrytized and dried grapes. Residual sugar: 150 grams per liter. Quite simply, this is the wine you’d want to have with you on a desert island.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2025 guide) 97/100 Favorite
Rated estate (2026 guide): 3*Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience)
About the wine:
Still somewhat reserved at this stage, the velvety Réserve 2022 reveals lush richness, a full-bodied texture, exceptional density, and a firm, almost tannic sensation on the palate. It possesses an invigorating freshness that powerfully stimulates the senses.
About the estate:
When tasting Philippe Foreau’s Vouvray wines, everything becomes clear and evident in the Chenin; what is complex is also rich and indulgent; what is fully ripe remains, as a result, taut; and what is good from an early stage is confirmed and deepens over the decades. Pure, with a long finish and proverbial persistence, the Vouvray wines from Clos Naudin possess the consistency of a metronome despite the variations in the Loire climate. The “perruches” (clay-flint soils) lend distinct character to the estate’s wines, which are equally at home in sweet as in dry styles; even the sparkling wines are crafted with the utmost care. The style is often quite rich, more baroque than at Domaine Huet, yet no less powerful in its lingering finish. The most recent vintages have been brilliantly crafted by Vincent, the son of Philippe Foreau. A bright future lies ahead for this Vouvray estate.
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