Le Mont Moelleux 1ère Trie 2016

Wine Description for Le Mont Moelleux 1ère Trie 2016 by Huet

Colour & Appearance

Rich golden yellow with warmly glowing amber reflections – a wine that announces its depth already in the glass.

Nose

The nose is of breathtaking complexity and in constant evolution. Montélimar nougat, roasted almonds and hazelnut brioche lend a spicy-toasted character, whilst dried pears, quinces, apricots and a hint of greengage provide rich, concentrated fruit. Candied orange peel and dried figs round out this opulent aromatic profile with elegant sweetness.

Palate

On the palate, the wine unfolds with high viscosity and impressive density. Candied fruits, raisins, dried figs and apple rings dominate the fruit character. The acidity – ripe, lively and of finest structure – works like a precise mechanism in the background, holding the sweetness in perfect balance. A firm, powerful palatal attack with fresh drinking appeal and immense inner tension.

Finish

The finish is simply epic: long, complex and carried by a freshness that redefines the term „aftertaste“. This is a wine that remains present minutes after the final sip.

Terroir & Origin

The Le Mont is one of the great single vineyard sites of Vouvray, whose tuffeau soils give Chenin Blanc an unmistakable mineral depth and ageing potential. The estate Huet is considered the reference address of the entire Loire appellation.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Chenin Blanc, selectively hand-harvested in multiple passes (tries). The designation 1ère Trie stands for the first harvest pass, in which nobly rotten and overripe berries of the highest concentration are selected. At only 12.0% vol., the wine remains remarkably elegant and lively despite its sweetness.

Food Pairing Suggestions

An ideal companion to blue cheese – the classic symbiosis of sweetness and spice. Equally wonderful with apple cake or a rustic liver sausage bread snack, where the wine’s sweetness masterfully plays around the robust umami notes.

Special Characteristics

The 2016 vintage delivered wines of extraordinary concentration and tension along the Loire. This Le Mont Moelleux 1ère Trie is a prime example of why noble sweet Vouvrays from Huet rank among the great dessert wines of the world – with an ageing potential that can span decades.