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Domaine L'Ancienne Cure - Monbazillac L'Abbaye 2020 (sweet - 50 cl)

Domaine L'Ancienne Cure - Monbazillac L'Abbaye 2020 (liquoreux - 50cl)

Monbazillac|White wine|Organic

4.2/5 (5 customers)

2*Coup de Coeur

Hachette

90/100

RVF

89/100

Bettane & Desseauve

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"It delighted our tasters, who immediately praised the subtlety of its aromatic profile (Hachette)"

“Aged for 24 months in oak barrels, this 2020 vintage is unique in its blend: equal parts Muscadelle and Sémillon (45%), complemented by 10% Ondenc, a traditional grape variety from the Southwest that fell into obscurity after the phylloxera crisis. With its intense golden color, it delighted our tasters, who immediately praised the delicacy of its aromatic profile—a blend of acacia, exotic fruits, and candied citrus, tinged with vanilla from the barrel. Full-bodied, candied, toasty, honeyed, and subtly oaky, the palate beautifully extends the nose, culminating in a fresh and lingering finish. ” (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2024)

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Estate

Domaine L'Ancienne Cure

Vintage

L'Abbaye (50 cl)

Vintage

2020

Designation

Monbazillac

Region

Southwest

Grape Varieties

45% Muscadelle, 45% Sémillon, 10% Ondenc

Regions

Clay soils

Viticulture

Certified Organic

Grape Harvest

Careful sorting of botrytized and sun-dried grapes

Wine Production

Racking, then transfer to new barrels; fermentation at 20°C for 180 days

Livestock Farming

24 months in barrels

Alcohol content

12.5%

Residual sugars

120 g/L

Organic

Yes

Eye

A beautiful, deep golden color

Nose

Aromas of acacia, exotic fruits, and candied citrus, with hints of vanilla

Palate

A delicate bouquet with notes of wood, candied fruit, roasted flavors, and honey, followed by a fresh, lingering finish

Serve

At 10-12°C

Drink before

2035

Food and Wine Pairings

It pairs very well with foie gras and a selection of blue cheeses (Bleu, Roquefort, Stilton)...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Wine rated 89/100

4-Star Estate (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)

About the wine:

Intense aromas of candied fruit, pineapple, resin, and flint; smooth and rich on the palate, with a lively finish.

About the estate:

Christian Roche has come a long way since obtaining organic certification in 2012 for his entire estate (50 hectares, including 33 for white wines and 17 for reds). He produces a wide range of perfectly crafted wines, both red and white. The entry-level wines are flavorful and approachable, the result of meticulous viticulture, while the top vintages are models of precision and complexity. In November 2021, Christian Roche passed away and made his wife, Nathalie, promise to carry on the legacy. And that is exactly what she is doing, supported by her children and her son-in-law.

Guide Hachette des vins

Wine noted (guide 2024) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)

Rated Estate (2022 Guide) Award-Winning Wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)

About the wine:

Aged for 24 months in oak barrels, this 2020 vintage stands out for its blend: equal parts Muscadelle and Sémillon (45%), complemented by 10% Ondenc, a traditional grape variety from the Southwest that fell into obscurity after the phylloxera crisis. With its intense golden color, it delighted our tasters, who immediately praised the delicacy of its aromatic profile—a blend of acacia, exotic fruits, and candied citrus, tinged with vanilla from the barrel. Full-bodied, candied, toasty, honeyed, and subtly oaky, the palate beautifully extends the nose, culminating in a fresh and lingering finish.

About the estate:

As the fifth generation to cultivate vines, Christian Roche inherited part of the family estate in 1984 and, five years later, set up his winemaking facility. Based in the former presbytery in Colombier and with a 50-hectare vineyard (predominantly white grape varieties) on varied soils, cultivated organically, he had made his estate—supplemented by his work as a wine merchant and winemaker—one of the must-visit destinations in the Bergerac region. Following his untimely death in 2021, his wife Nathalie continues his legacy.

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2024 guide) 90/100

Rated estate (2025 guide) 1*Star (Rising stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a good standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)

About the wine:

The 2020 Monbazillac L'Abbaye has a pleasant aroma of botrytis with notes of nougat and mango, but it's still too young to drink right now.

About the estate:

A presbytery atop the hill gives its name to the vineyard, whose rows wind down the hillsides to the road where Christian Roche has set up his wine shop. The vineyard, which has been organic since 2012, includes several appellations—including 3 hectares in Pécharmant—and is divided into four lines: Jour de fruit, L’Extase, and L’Abbaye, plus a sulfur-free wine: Ça sulfit! While the lineup has been modernized with this label, all the wines remain true to the classic fundamentals of the Bergerac region. Christian Roche passed away in the fall of 2020, but the L’Ancienne Cure adventure continues thanks to his wife, Nathalie.

Customer Rating

4.2/5

based on 5 reviews