Domaine du Margalleau Vouvray Demi-Sec
White, off-dry still wine · Domaine du Margalleau (Vignoble Prieux)
Vintage: NV
Type
White, off-dry still wine
Producer
Domaine du Margalleau (Vignoble Prieux)
Country
France
Vintage
NV
Region & Appellation
Loire Valley, Touraine, Vouvray AOC
Grape Varieties
100% Chenin Blanc
Color & Appearance
Bright pale gold with green reflections, medium viscosity showing slow-moving tears on the glass
Aroma Profile
Intense aromas of green apple, ripe pear, quince, and subtle white flowers, complemented by hints of honey, wet wool, and crushed chalk
Tasting Notes
A harmonious interplay of vibrant acidity and gentle residual sweetness. The palate opens with crisp orchard fruits, developing into richer notes of honeyed citrus and ginger, leading to a long, mineral-driven, and refreshing finish
Flavor Profile
Yellow apple, pear, Meyer lemon, wet stone minerality, honeyed ginger, and a faint hint of lanolin typical of mature Chenin Blanc
Body & Texture
Medium-bodied with a supple, rounded mouthfeel balanced by a brisk, clean acidic backbone that prevents the residual sugar from feeling heavy
Acidity & Tannins
High, mouth-watering acidity providing great structural tension; completely tannin-free as typical for white wines
Sweetness Level
Demi-sec (off-dry), featuring perceptible residual sugar balanced cleanly by high natural acidity
Alcohol Content
12.5% ABV
Aging & Oak
Fermented and aged primarily in stainless steel tanks and older neutral oak vessels to preserve pure varietal fruit character and terroir expression
Food Pairings
Spicy Asian dishes like Thai green curry, roasted pork with apples, glazed ham, pan-seared scallops, and soft washed-rind cheeses
Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled at 50-54°F (10-12°C) in a standard white wine glass; no decanting strictly required but benefits from 15 minutes of breathing
Price Range
$18 - $25 USD
Quality Assessment
Estimated 89-91 points, representing an extremely reliable, high-value, and food-friendly benchmark for regional Vouvray
Production Methods
Hand-harvested at optimal ripeness to balance natural sugars and acidity, gentle pneumatic pressing, cool temperature-controlled fermentation with indigenous or selected yeasts
Terroir
Clay and limestone soils over a tuffeau (soft chalk) bedrock typical of the central Loire Valley, providing excellent water retention and unique minerality
History & Heritage
Crafted by the Prieux family at Vignoble Prieux, who have long tended vines in Vouvray with a strong commitment to traditional Loire winemaking practices
Interesting Facts
Chenin Blanc is one of the world's most versatile grapes, capable of producing bone-dry, sparkling, off-dry, and lusciously sweet botrytized dessert wines that can age for decades
Cellaring Potential
Enjoyable now for its vibrant fruit, but capable of aging gracefully for 5 to 8 years, developing deeper honeyed and tertiary complexity
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