2023 Domaine Huet Vouvray Clos du Bourg Moelleux

Clos du Bourg is the crown jewel of Domaine Huet’s legendary sites, and the 2023 Moelleux is a stunning example of what makes this terroir so revered. Sheltered by its ancient walls, the vineyard’s warm microclimate lends itself perfectly to the production of this luscious yet impeccably balanced style of Chenin Blanc.

With 40 to 80 g/L of residual sugar, this wine leans toward sweetness, but its hallmark is balance. High acidity and a distinct line of salty limestone minerality cut through the rich flavours, creating a wine that’s as refreshing as it is indulgent. Aromas of honey, beeswax, and orange cream are layered with notes of burnt caramel and delicate white flowers. On the palate, it’s silky and textural, with a racy energy that keeps everything in harmony.

Think Mosel rather than Sauternes when it comes to weight—this isn’t a cloying sweet wine but a vibrant, mouth-watering expression of Chenin Blanc. It’s brilliant with savoury pairings like cheeses or roasted meats, though it can also hold its own alongside lightly sweet fruit-based desserts.

Destined to age for decades, the 2023 Clos du Bourg Moelleux is a wine of true class and complexity—a benchmark for Vouvray and sweet wines worldwide.

98 points
"The 2023 Vouvray Moelleux Clos du Bourg is a very peaceful wine, hushing the drinker. It reminds me of sitting on a pew in an empty church. Seamless, tranquil and un-showy, its sweetness lends silkiness to its core and allows it to bloom..."
- Rebecca Gibb MW (Vinous)