The 2022 Domaine Huet Vouvray Le Haut-Lieu Sec (375ml) is a beautifully precise and deeply expressive Chenin Blanc from one of the Loire Valley’s most legendary biodynamic estates. Produced from the historic Le Haut-Lieu vineyard - Domaine Huet’s original and most supple terroir - the wine reflects the site’s deep clay soils over limestone, which consistently yield wines of remarkable texture, generosity and ageing potential. The warm yet balanced 2022 vintage brings impressive concentration while preserving the crystalline freshness and mineral tension that define great dry Vouvray. The nose reveals quince, preserved lemon and ripe pear layered alongside chamomile, beeswax and delicate chalky mineral notes, giving the wine impressive depth and aromatic lift.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with vibrant natural acidity, silky texture and a finely focused mineral core. Layers of citrus oil, orchard fruit and subtle savoury complexity are balanced by saline freshness and gentle chalky tension, finishing long, dry and beautifully persistent with excellent precision and ageing potential. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts and careful lees ageing preserve the wine’s purity and terroir transparency while adding subtle richness and depth. In half-bottle format, the wine will evolve slightly faster, making it particularly appealing for earlier enjoyment while still retaining excellent cellar potential.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2022 Domaine Huet Vouvray Le Haut-Lieu Sec is a superb Loire Chenin Blanc - textured, mineral and beautifully refined with outstanding balance and finesse. Perfect with oysters, scallops, roast chicken, goat’s cheese or refined seafood dishes. Enjoy now or cellar comfortably through 2038+.
