{"product_id":"jacky-blot-domaine-de-la-taille-aux-loups-cuvee-clos-michet-2018","title":"Jacky Blot Dom. de la Taille Aux Loups Cuvee Clos Michet Loire 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n        body { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 20px; }\n        h2 { color: #333; }\n        h4 { color: #555; }\n        p { margin: 10px 0; }\n    \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJacky Blot Domaine de la Taille Aux Loups Cuvée Clos Michet 2018\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the iconic Domaine de la Taille Aux Loups in Montlouis-sur-Loire, the Cuvée Clos Michet 2018, crafted by Jacky Blot, is a stellar dry Chenin Blanc. Sourced from old vines on clay-limestone soils in a south-facing clos, it’s hand-harvested and fermented in oak barrels. Aged 12 months on lees in barrels, it offers a pale gold hue and refined complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWinemaking Process\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJacky Blot’s meticulous craftsmanship defines this wine. The 2018 vintage, from a second passage of riper grapes, undergoes fermentation in French oak barrels with native yeasts, followed by partial malolactic fermentation. Aged 12 months on lees in barrels and demi-muids, it balances fruit intensity with minerality, creating a full-bodied Chenin with vibrant acidity and long aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vibrant, refined white with intense stone fruit and mineral precision, showcasing Montlouis’ elegance.\u003cbr\u003eThe nose reveals peach, green apple, and quince, with hints of flint, almond, and white flowers. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and dry, with bright acidity, creamy fruit, and a long, saline-mineral finish with subtle oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAwards and Accolades\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 Clos Michet earned 93 points from \u003cem\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e for its intense fruit and mineral finesse. \u003cem\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e awarded 92 points, praising its precise balance. \u003cem\u003eDecanter\u003c\/em\u003e gave 91 points, noting its creamy texture and tension. \u003cem\u003eCellarTracker\u003c\/em\u003e users average 90 points, appreciating its chiseled elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this white with Western dishes like grilled scallops or creamy risotto to highlight its richness and minerality. For Chinese cuisine, try 炸子雞, 醬爆肉丁, 龍蝦伊麵, 豉油雞, 鹽焗雞, or 白切雞 to complement its creamy texture and citrus notes. Ideal for seafood dinners or elegant gatherings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe chilled at 12°C in a wide-bowled glass to enhance aromas; decant 30 minutes for optimal expression. Enjoy now or cellar until 2030 for greater complexity. Explore our Loire collection for more Chenin Blanc classics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol: 13% ABV\u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar: \u0026lt;2 g\/L\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CWS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47790566310059,"sku":"QM007-18","price":328.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/jacky_blot_dom._de_la_taille_aux_loups_cuvee_clos_michet.png?v=1789185863","url":"https:\/\/www.regiswine.com.hk\/products\/jacky-blot-domaine-de-la-taille-aux-loups-cuvee-clos-michet-2018","provider":"Regis Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}