Notes of: Toast

Notes of: Quince

Notes of: Peach

Notes of: Apple

Notes of: Nutty

Notes of: Lemon

Château Moncontour

Château Moncontour Vouvray Demi-Sec

France, Loire Valley

White wine

4.5

Expert Rating

3.9

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Château Moncontour Vouvray Demi-Sec is a delightful white wine produced by the renowned Château Moncontour winery in the Vouvray appellation of France's Loire Valley. The vineyards are situated on the slopes of the Loire River, where the vines benefit from the region's unique terroir and microclimate. The winemakers use traditional methods to craft this wine, carefully selecting and handpicking the grapes before fermenting them in stainless steel tanks. The result is a wine with a beautiful balance of sweetness and acidity, with notes of ripe fruit and honey. This wine is perfect for those who enjoy a slightly sweet and refreshing white wine with a touch of complexity.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Château Moncontour Vouvray Demi-Sec is a delightful dry white wine with a vibrant nose of fresh pears, apples, and white flowers.On the palate, this wine is light and fruity, with a hint of sweetness balanced by crisp acidity. The finish is long and refreshing, with a lingering hint of honey. This is a great accompaniment to a variety of dishes, from light salads to grilled seafood.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2025

Profile

Sweetness:

Semi-sweet

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chenin Blanc

ORIGINS

Winery: Château Moncontour

Region: Loire Valley

The Loire Valley is a wine region located in the central and western part of France, stretching from the Atlantic coast to the Central Massif. It is renowned for its stunning landscapes with castles, its rich history and its diverse range of wines. The Loire Valley has been producing wine since the Roman era, and it has been an important wine-producing region for centuries. In the Middle Ages, the wines of the Loire Valley were highly sought after by the French court. Today, the region is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the world.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

0 Review