Moulin Touchais, Réserve du Fondateur, Vintage 1959
A stunning example of an aged Moulin Touchais and, remarkably, probably not yet at
its peak. 1959 was arguably the greatest vintage in the Loire of the last 50 years.
These wines are an international treasure, and clearly demonstrate the power and
longevity of the Chenin Blanc-based dessert wines of the Loire. Brilliant orange gold
colour. Intense nose, with pronounced oloroso, butterscotch and spice scents.
Totally mouth-filling - a powerhouse of oloroso, orange rind, honey, toffee, apple,
spice and lemon. There appears no sign of middle age here, this is a very athletic
wine. Very youthful crisp finish, not at all cloying. Exceptionally long aftertaste of
honeycomb, toffee, lemon and spice. A wine of great length and persistence. There
is no doubt that, like other great Moulin Touchais vintages, this wine will last for a
century or more.
Alc/Vol: 13.5%
Rating: 100/100
We have a small parcel of this extraordinary 50 year old wine, perfectly stored and
of impeccable provenance. All bottles are in excellent condition, with very good levels.
A stunning example of an aged Moulin Touchais and, remarkably, probably not yet at
its peak. 1959 was arguably the greatest vintage in the Loire of the last 50 years.
These wines are an international treasure, and clearly demonstrate the power and
longevity of the Chenin Blanc-based dessert wines of the Loire. Brilliant orange gold
colour. Intense nose, with pronounced oloroso, butterscotch and spice scents.
Totally mouth-filling - a powerhouse of oloroso, orange rind, honey, toffee, apple,
spice and lemon. There appears no sign of middle age here, this is a very athletic
wine. Very youthful crisp finish, not at all cloying. Exceptionally long aftertaste of
honeycomb, toffee, lemon and spice. A wine of great length and persistence. There
is no doubt that, like other great Moulin Touchais vintages, this wine will last for a
century or more.
Alc/Vol: 13.5%
Rating: 100/100
We have a small parcel of this extraordinary 50 year old wine, perfectly stored and
of impeccable provenance. All bottles are in excellent condition, with very good levels.
Click on the button at right to order:
1 x Moulin Touchais 1959 at £250, plus express courier shipping by FedEx at £35. Total: £285
We guarantee safe arrival of all bottles, and will replace or refund any bottle lost in transit.
1 x Moulin Touchais 1959 at £250, plus express courier shipping by FedEx at £35. Total: £285
We guarantee safe arrival of all bottles, and will replace or refund any bottle lost in transit.
Click on the button at right to order:
2 x Moulin Touchais 1959 at £450, plus express courier shipping by FedEx at £45. Total: £495
We guarantee safe arrival of all bottles, and will replace or refund any bottle lost in transit.
2 x Moulin Touchais 1959 at £450, plus express courier shipping by FedEx at £45. Total: £495
We guarantee safe arrival of all bottles, and will replace or refund any bottle lost in transit.
Click on the button at right to order:
3 x Moulin Touchais 1959 at £640, plus express courier shipping by FedEx at £50. Total: £690
We guarantee safe arrival of all bottles, and will replace or refund any bottle lost in transit.
3 x Moulin Touchais 1959 at £640, plus express courier shipping by FedEx at £50. Total: £690
We guarantee safe arrival of all bottles, and will replace or refund any bottle lost in transit.
| - Legendary Dessert Wines of France - Moulin Touchais, Coteaux du Layon & Puig Parahay, Vin Doux Naturel du Roussillon |
The almost immortal sweet chenin blanc wines of Moulin Touchais and the little known but
extraordinary "rancio" wines of Puig Parahay, dating from the mid 19th century onwards.
Moulin Touchais, The Jewel of Anjou
On the banks of the river Layon in the beautiful Loire valley exists one of the world's largest and
oldest single wine stocks. Miles of underground cellars contain a rare collection dating back to
the 1800's. Remarkable bottles, - many over a century old - are occasionally uncorked and more
often than not the experience is incredible: for the wines are undiminished with the passing of
the years - rather, they possess a vitality and elegance that is completely unexpected. These
are the sweet Chenin Blanc wines of Moulin Touchais. Since 1787, the Moulin Touchais cellars
together with the surrounding vineyards have been owned and managed by eight generations
of the Touchais family. The vineyards are amongst the most famous in the Anjou area, lying in
the heart of the
The methods of viticulture and vinification have changed little over the years and are still based
on the traditional values of low-yields, careful harvesting and meticulous winemaking;
particularly during pressing and the long fermentation period. The grapes are hand-picked in
several stages. In fact one of the secrets of Moulin Touchais' longevity and complexity is this
harvesting strategy: 20% of the grapes are picked around 80 days after flowering while the fruit
is still under-ripe and loaded with acidity, the other 80% is harvested late (as late as one
hundred and twenty days after flowering) generally yielding fruit with very high sugar levels and
concentrated flavours. High acidity and high sugar levels ultimately determine Moulin Touchais'
opulent style: smooth and elegant. Only the healthiest grapes are chosen; the pips are
removed and the must is clarified by decanting before beginning the slow fermentation process
which is spread over several weeks. The wine is bottled early; between the end of February and
early March following the harvest.
Only the best vintages will leave the cellars under the Moulin Touchais name after a minimum of
ten years cellarage - a good Anjou will only begin to indicate its qualities after a decade. The
Chenin Blanc grape, brought to an overripe stage but generally unaffected by noble rot due to
the geographic situation of the area gives Moulin Touchais its outstanding freshness and
typically fine, beautifully balanced acidity which lingers on the lips and on the palate.
extraordinary "rancio" wines of Puig Parahay, dating from the mid 19th century onwards.
Moulin Touchais, The Jewel of Anjou
On the banks of the river Layon in the beautiful Loire valley exists one of the world's largest and
oldest single wine stocks. Miles of underground cellars contain a rare collection dating back to
the 1800's. Remarkable bottles, - many over a century old - are occasionally uncorked and more
often than not the experience is incredible: for the wines are undiminished with the passing of
the years - rather, they possess a vitality and elegance that is completely unexpected. These
are the sweet Chenin Blanc wines of Moulin Touchais. Since 1787, the Moulin Touchais cellars
together with the surrounding vineyards have been owned and managed by eight generations
of the Touchais family. The vineyards are amongst the most famous in the Anjou area, lying in
the heart of the
The methods of viticulture and vinification have changed little over the years and are still based
on the traditional values of low-yields, careful harvesting and meticulous winemaking;
particularly during pressing and the long fermentation period. The grapes are hand-picked in
several stages. In fact one of the secrets of Moulin Touchais' longevity and complexity is this
harvesting strategy: 20% of the grapes are picked around 80 days after flowering while the fruit
is still under-ripe and loaded with acidity, the other 80% is harvested late (as late as one
hundred and twenty days after flowering) generally yielding fruit with very high sugar levels and
concentrated flavours. High acidity and high sugar levels ultimately determine Moulin Touchais'
opulent style: smooth and elegant. Only the healthiest grapes are chosen; the pips are
removed and the must is clarified by decanting before beginning the slow fermentation process
which is spread over several weeks. The wine is bottled early; between the end of February and
early March following the harvest.
Only the best vintages will leave the cellars under the Moulin Touchais name after a minimum of
ten years cellarage - a good Anjou will only begin to indicate its qualities after a decade. The
Chenin Blanc grape, brought to an overripe stage but generally unaffected by noble rot due to
the geographic situation of the area gives Moulin Touchais its outstanding freshness and
typically fine, beautifully balanced acidity which lingers on the lips and on the palate.
The wines of Moulin Touchais begin reaching their peak after twenty years, although many of the great vintages take much
longer. Great vintages such as the 1953, 1959, 1964, 1969 are still maturing. The 1945, 1947 and 1949 have become
classics.
Moulin Touchais are the only winemakers in the world who give a CENTURY LONG GUARANTEE ON THE LONGEVITY OF THEIR
WINES (subject to being kept under optimal cellar conditions). Bottles may show some sediment or deposit. One should
understand this is due to the traditional filtration process, the main aim being to protect the colour, the bouquet and the
depth of flavour of the wine.
longer. Great vintages such as the 1953, 1959, 1964, 1969 are still maturing. The 1945, 1947 and 1949 have become
classics.
Moulin Touchais are the only winemakers in the world who give a CENTURY LONG GUARANTEE ON THE LONGEVITY OF THEIR
WINES (subject to being kept under optimal cellar conditions). Bottles may show some sediment or deposit. One should
understand this is due to the traditional filtration process, the main aim being to protect the colour, the bouquet and the
depth of flavour of the wine.
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