At a glance

Producer

Domaine de la Taille Aux Loups

Region

Montlouis-sur-Loire, Loire Valley, France

Grape variety

Chenin Blanc

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$40-$55

Tasting profile

Crisp citrus, green apple, wet stone minerality, hints of chamomile and white peach.

Evolution: Greater complexity with honeyed notes, richer stone fruit, and increased minerality over 5-7 years.

At peak: Seamless integration of bright acidity and mineral depth with balanced richness and long finish.

Structure

Acidity

High - typical of Loire Chenin Blanc

Tannins

None (white wine without grape tannin prominence)

Alcohol

12.5-13%

Aging potential

Excellent - can age 10-15+ years due to high acidity and terroir expression

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2044

Optimal window

2022 to 2047

Current status

Early Development - showing vibrant youthful freshness with evolving complexity

Current condition

Bright acidity, developing minerality, some floral and stone fruit notes emerging

The natural high acidity and terroir-specific minerality characteristic of Chenin Blanc from Montlouis-sur-Loire allow this wine to develop complex secondary and tertiary flavors over a long aging period, peaking between 7 to 13 years after vintage.

Food pairing

Excellent with seafood, shellfish, light poultry dishes, goat cheese, and Asian cuisine with citrus or ginger elements.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Use of natural yeasts for fermentation, minimal intervention in winemaking, water conservation measures, and energy-efficient cellar operations.

Domaine de la Taille Aux Loups emphasizes sustainable viticulture with organic certification and biodynamic approaches, reducing chemical inputs and enhancing biodiversity. Their cellar practices include natural fermentations and efforts to minimize energy use and waste. The relatively local market reduces transportation emissions compared to New World wines. Packaging uses lightweight bottles and recycled materials where possible.