At a glance

Producer

Domaine de la Taille aux Loups

Region

Montlouis-sur-Loire, Loire Valley, France

Grape variety

Chenin Blanc

Wine type

Sparkling

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

80-120 USD

Tasting profile

Fresh citrus, green apple, white flowers, and a distinct mineral note with fine mousse.

Evolution: Over time, will develop richer toast and brioche character from lees aging, maintaining balancing acidity.

At peak: Complex layered flavors with remarkable freshness and elegance around 5-8 years post-vintage.

Structure

Acidity

High, crisp

Tannins

None (sparkling wine)

Alcohol

12.5-13%

Aging potential

10+ years due to high acidity and quality of base wine

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2044

Optimal window

2022 to 2047

Current status

Excellent drinking window opening

Current condition

The 2019 vintage is currently showing fresh and vibrant acidity with developing complexity.

The high acidity and meticulous production typical of Domaine de la Taille aux Loups’ sparkling Chenin Blanc ensure a long aging window. The 2019 vintage was excellent in Montlouis-sur-Loire, fostering slow maturation and preservation of freshness, allowing the wine to build complexity while retaining vibrancy.

Food pairing

Seafood including oysters and crab, light poultry dishes, creamy cheeses like chèvre, and delicate Asian cuisine with subtle spice.

Serving

Serving temperature

8-10°C / 46-50°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Domaine de la Taille aux Loups employs organic viticulture, manual harvesting, minimal intervention winemaking, use of natural yeasts, and limited sulfites. Energy-efficient winery operations and water conservation measures are applied. Packaging uses lightweight glass bottles to reduce carbon footprint.

The producer prioritizes sustainable viticulture with organic certification and eco-friendly winery practices. While international distribution incurs typical transportation emissions, local farming methods and reduced chemical inputs contribute positively to overall environmental impact. Packaging optimizations further support sustainability goals.