At a glance

Producer

Domaine Huet

Region

Vouvray AOC, Loire Valley, France

Grape variety

Chenin Blanc (100%)

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Fruity

Sweetness

Medium-Sweet

Typical price

$40-$60

Tasting profile

Notes of ripe orchard fruit, honeyed nuances, floral aromas with lively citrus acid

Evolution: Develops richer honey, toasted nut, and subtle earthy nuances over time

At peak: Complex layers of mature honeycomb, quinine, and stone fruit with persistent freshness

Structure

Acidity

High acidity, typical of Chenin Blanc in Vouvray

Tannins

None to minimal (white wine)

Alcohol

12.5% - 13.0%

Aging potential

Excellent aging potential of 15+ years due to balance of acidity, sugar and phenolic structure

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2043

Optimal window

2022 to 2046

Current status

Early drinking, still youthful but approachable

Current condition

Balanced freshness and emerging complex aromatics

The 2018 vintage has a ripe, balanced structure with natural sugar and high acidity, enabling slow oxidative evolution and retention of freshness, supporting a long drinking window from around 4-12 years after vintage.

Food pairing

Pairs exceptionally well with roasted poultry, creamy white cheeses, slightly spicy Asian dishes, and foie gras.

Serving

Serving temperature

8-12°C / 46-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Organic and biodynamic farming practices focused on soil health and vine balance; minimal intervention winemaking; energy-efficient winery operations; water conservation initiatives; use of natural cork and lightweight bottles to reduce packaging impact

Domaine Huet exemplifies sustainable viticulture through long-standing biodynamic certification and environmentally conscious practices. Their holistic approach includes minimizing chemical inputs, promoting biodiversity, and reducing energy and water use, resulting in a very sustainable production footprint for a premium wine estate.