The wines of Vouvray are legendary for their ability to age. Such is the case with Marc Bredif, a producer that boasts a remarkably library of aged wines going back decades. The key to the ageability of these wines is residual sugar and high natural acidity.
The current release of Bredif’s Vouvray Classic, from the 2015 vintage, carries plenty of residual sugar, held in check by lively acidity. At this point in time, it wants somewhat for complexity and is a touch one dimensional and sugary. It’s a pleasant enough and by no means cloying, but just wants for depth of fruit and genuine interest.
2015 MARC BREDIF VOUVRAY CLASSIC
Producer: Marc Bredif
Variety: Chenin Blanc
Region: Loire Valley, France
ABV: 12.5%
Closure: Natural cork
Retail Price: $33.00
Date tasted: 11 February 2018
Tasting Note:
Bright lemon yellow. Fresh, aromatic nose of pressed apple juice, apple blossom, honey. Off-dry, simple and straightforward. Sweetness is slightly assertive at this point in the wine’s evolution, sitting in front of the fruit. One dimensional baked apple fruit profile. Typical Chenin acidity on the finish. May take on more complexity with bottle age.
Score: 15/20
The current release of Bredif’s Vouvray Classic, from the 2015 vintage, carries plenty of residual sugar, held in check by lively acidity. At this point in time, it wants somewhat for complexity and is a touch one dimensional and sugary. It’s a pleasant enough and by no means cloying, but just wants for depth of fruit and genuine interest.
2015 MARC BREDIF VOUVRAY CLASSIC
Producer: Marc Bredif
Variety: Chenin Blanc
Region: Loire Valley, France
ABV: 12.5%
Closure: Natural cork
Retail Price: $33.00
Date tasted: 11 February 2018
Tasting Note:
Bright lemon yellow. Fresh, aromatic nose of pressed apple juice, apple blossom, honey. Off-dry, simple and straightforward. Sweetness is slightly assertive at this point in the wine’s evolution, sitting in front of the fruit. One dimensional baked apple fruit profile. Typical Chenin acidity on the finish. May take on more complexity with bottle age.
Score: 15/20
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