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Moulin Touchais
The Jewel of Anjou
The Jewel of Anjou
Moulin Touchais, Reserve de Fondateur, Vintage 1959
A stunning example of an aged Moulin Touchais and, remarkably, probably not yet at its
peak. 1959 was arguably the greatest vintage in the Loire of the last 50 years. These
wines are an international treasure, and clearly demonstrate the power and longevity of
the Chenin Blanc-based dessert wines of the Loire. Brilliant orange gold colour. Intense
nose, with pronounced oloroso, butterscotch and spice scents. Totally mouth-filling- a
powerhouse of oloroso, orange rind, honey, toffee, apple, spice and lemon. There
appears no sign of middle age here, this is a very athletic wine. Very youthful crisp finish,
not at all cloying. Exceptionally long aftertaste of honeycomb, toffee, lemon and spice. A
wine of great length and persistence. There is no doubt that, like other great Moulin
Touchais vintages, this wine will last for a century or more.
Alc/Vol: 13.5%
Rating: 100/100
We have a small parcel of this extraordinary 50 year old wine, perfectly stored and of
impeccable provenance. All bottles are in excellent condition, with very good levels.
A stunning example of an aged Moulin Touchais and, remarkably, probably not yet at its
peak. 1959 was arguably the greatest vintage in the Loire of the last 50 years. These
wines are an international treasure, and clearly demonstrate the power and longevity of
the Chenin Blanc-based dessert wines of the Loire. Brilliant orange gold colour. Intense
nose, with pronounced oloroso, butterscotch and spice scents. Totally mouth-filling- a
powerhouse of oloroso, orange rind, honey, toffee, apple, spice and lemon. There
appears no sign of middle age here, this is a very athletic wine. Very youthful crisp finish,
not at all cloying. Exceptionally long aftertaste of honeycomb, toffee, lemon and spice. A
wine of great length and persistence. There is no doubt that, like other great Moulin
Touchais vintages, this wine will last for a century or more.
Alc/Vol: 13.5%
Rating: 100/100
We have a small parcel of this extraordinary 50 year old wine, perfectly stored and of
impeccable provenance. All bottles are in excellent condition, with very good levels.
On the banks of the river Layon in the beautiful Loire valley exists one of the world's largest and oldest single wine
stocks. Miles of underground cellars contain a rare collection dating back to the 1800's. Remarkable bottles, -
many over a century old - are occasionally uncorked and more often than not the experience is incredible: for the
wines are undiminished with the passing of the years - rather, they possess a vitality and elegance that is
completely unexpected. These are the sweet Chenin Blanc wines of Moulin Touchais. Since 1787, the Moulin
Touchais cellars together with the surrounding vineyards have been owned and managed by eight generations of
the Touchais family. The vineyards are amongst the most famous in the Anjou area, lying in the heart of the
Coteaux du Layon region.
The methods of viticulture and vinification have changed little over the years and are still based on the traditional
values of low-yields, careful harvesting and meticulous winemaking; particularly during pressing and the long
fermentation period. The grapes are hand-picked in several stages. In fact one of the secrets of Moulin Touchais'
longevity and complexity is this harvesting strategy: 20% of the grapes are picked around 80 days after flowering
while the fruit is still under-ripe and loaded with acidity, the other 80% is harvested late (as late as one hundred
and twenty days after flowering) generally yielding fruit with very high sugar levels and concentrated flavours. High
acidity and high sugar levels ultimately determine Moulin Touchais' opulent style: smooth and elegant. Only the
healthiest grapes are chosen; the pips are removed and the must is clarified by decanting before beginning the
slow fermentation process which is spread over several weeks. The wine is bottled early; between the end of
February and early March following the harvest.
Only the best vintages will leave the cellars under the Moulin Touchais name after a minimum of ten years
cellarage - a good Anjou will only begin to indicate its qualities after a decade. The Chenin Blanc grape, brought to
an overripe stage but generally unaffected by noble rot due to the geographic situation of the area gives Moulin
Touchais its outstanding freshness and typically fine, beautifully balanced acidity which lingers on the lips and on
the palate.
stocks. Miles of underground cellars contain a rare collection dating back to the 1800's. Remarkable bottles, -
many over a century old - are occasionally uncorked and more often than not the experience is incredible: for the
wines are undiminished with the passing of the years - rather, they possess a vitality and elegance that is
completely unexpected. These are the sweet Chenin Blanc wines of Moulin Touchais. Since 1787, the Moulin
Touchais cellars together with the surrounding vineyards have been owned and managed by eight generations of
the Touchais family. The vineyards are amongst the most famous in the Anjou area, lying in the heart of the
Coteaux du Layon region.
The methods of viticulture and vinification have changed little over the years and are still based on the traditional
values of low-yields, careful harvesting and meticulous winemaking; particularly during pressing and the long
fermentation period. The grapes are hand-picked in several stages. In fact one of the secrets of Moulin Touchais'
longevity and complexity is this harvesting strategy: 20% of the grapes are picked around 80 days after flowering
while the fruit is still under-ripe and loaded with acidity, the other 80% is harvested late (as late as one hundred
and twenty days after flowering) generally yielding fruit with very high sugar levels and concentrated flavours. High
acidity and high sugar levels ultimately determine Moulin Touchais' opulent style: smooth and elegant. Only the
healthiest grapes are chosen; the pips are removed and the must is clarified by decanting before beginning the
slow fermentation process which is spread over several weeks. The wine is bottled early; between the end of
February and early March following the harvest.
Only the best vintages will leave the cellars under the Moulin Touchais name after a minimum of ten years
cellarage - a good Anjou will only begin to indicate its qualities after a decade. The Chenin Blanc grape, brought to
an overripe stage but generally unaffected by noble rot due to the geographic situation of the area gives Moulin
Touchais its outstanding freshness and typically fine, beautifully balanced acidity which lingers on the lips and on
the palate.
Click on the button at right to order:
1 x Moulin Touchais 1959 at £250, plus express courier shipping by FedEx at £35. Total £285.
We guarantee safe arrival of all bottles, and will replace or refund any bottle lost in transit.
1 x Moulin Touchais 1959 at £250, plus express courier shipping by FedEx at £35. Total £285.
We guarantee safe arrival of all bottles, and will replace or refund any bottle lost in transit.
Click on the button at right to order:
2 x Moulin Touchais 1959 at £450, plus express courier shipping by FedEx at £45. Total £495.
We guarantee safe arrival of all bottles, and will replace or refund any bottle lost in transit.
2 x Moulin Touchais 1959 at £450, plus express courier shipping by FedEx at £45. Total £495.
We guarantee safe arrival of all bottles, and will replace or refund any bottle lost in transit.
Click on the button at right to order:
3 x Moulin Touchais 1959 at £640, plus express courier shipping by FedEx at £50. Total £690.
We guarantee safe arrival of all bottles, and will replace or refund any bottle lost in transit.
3 x Moulin Touchais 1959 at £640, plus express courier shipping by FedEx at £50. Total £690.
We guarantee safe arrival of all bottles, and will replace or refund any bottle lost in transit.
| Legendary Dessert Wines of France Moulin Touchais, Coteaux du Layon & Puig Parahay, Vin Doux Naturel du Roussillon |
The almost immortal sweet chenin blanc wines of Moulin Touchais and the little known but extraordinary "rancio"
wines of Puig Parahay, dating from the mid 19th century onwards.
wines of Puig Parahay, dating from the mid 19th century onwards.
The wines of Moulin Touchais begin reaching their peak after twenty years, although many of the great vintages take much longer. Great
vintages such as the 1953, 1959, 1964, 1969 are still maturing. The 1945, 1947 and 1949 have become classics.
Moulin Touchais are the only winemakers in the world who give a CENTURY LONG GUARANTEE ON THE LONGEVITY OF THEIR WINES
(subject to being kept under optimal cellar conditions). Bottles may show some sediment or deposit. One should understand this is due to
the traditional filtration process, the main aim being to protect the colour, the bouquet and the depth of flavour of the wine.
vintages such as the 1953, 1959, 1964, 1969 are still maturing. The 1945, 1947 and 1949 have become classics.
Moulin Touchais are the only winemakers in the world who give a CENTURY LONG GUARANTEE ON THE LONGEVITY OF THEIR WINES
(subject to being kept under optimal cellar conditions). Bottles may show some sediment or deposit. One should understand this is due to
the traditional filtration process, the main aim being to protect the colour, the bouquet and the depth of flavour of the wine.
The "rancio" wines of Puig Parahy
Forgotten Treasures of Riversaltes
Forgotten Treasures of Riversaltes
oxidative style, have extraordinary longevity and a fabulous, complex taste of orange, chocolate, hazelnuts and berry fruits.
At left:
Robert Parker's Wine
Advocate review of the
Puig Parahy VDN wines.
Additonal Parker scores
as follows:
Puig Parahy 1875: 98/100
Puig Parahy 1890: 96/100
Puig Parahy 1900: 95/100
Puig Parahy 1940: 96/100
Puig Parahy 1975: 95/100
Puig Parahy 1981: 95/100
Robert Parker's Wine
Advocate review of the
Puig Parahy VDN wines.
Additonal Parker scores
as follows:
Puig Parahy 1875: 98/100
Puig Parahy 1890: 96/100
Puig Parahy 1900: 95/100
Puig Parahy 1940: 96/100
Puig Parahy 1975: 95/100
Puig Parahy 1981: 95/100
Very limited quantities of these rare wines are available, vintages range from 1875 up to
1981.
Email us for pricing and ordering details.
1981.
Email us for pricing and ordering details.
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