($53): Philippe Foreau and his family-owned estate, Domaine du Clos Naudin, is one of the stars of Vouvray.  The Domaine consists of just under 30 acres of Chenin Blanc vines, from which Foreau makes a stunning range of wines.  This one, Moelleux, which means sweet, has apricot nuances and an invigorating freshness.  A vibrant and cutting crispness supports the richness so the wine is not cloying or heavy.  This rich and precise wine would be great as dessert.  I avoiding pairing sweet wines with sweet desserts because I think they fight.  But it would be a great choice with a cheese course.
94 Michael Apstein Jul 21, 2015