{"title":"Fine White Wines","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"marc-bredif-vouvray-grand-anee-2012","title":"2012 Marc Bredif Vouvray Grand Anee","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏆 Genuine Museum Release | One of Vouvray's Finest Modern Vintages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Grande Année showcases the purity, minerality and extraordinary ageing potential.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReleased only in years when fruit reaches an exceptional standard.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eVouvray, Loire Valley, France\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRRP $85 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElegant • Ageworthy • Classic Loire Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat Vouvray is one of the world's greatest wine bargains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2012 Marc Brédif Vouvray Grande Année\u003c\/strong\u003e is a superb expression of Loire Valley Chenin Blanc from one of the region's most historic and respected producers. Released only in years when fruit reaches an exceptional standard, the \u003cstrong\u003eGrande Année\u003c\/strong\u003e bottling showcases the purity, minerality and extraordinary ageing potential that have made Vouvray one of France's most revered white wine appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready benefiting from over a decade of bottle age, this wine is entering a magnificent drinking window while still possessing the structure to continue evolving for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a beautifully complex Chenin Blanc with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRipe pear and baked apple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuince and white peach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLemon zest and grapefruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoney and delicate beeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToasted almonds and brioche\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlint and chalky mineral freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is wonderfully textured, combining generous orchard fruit with vibrant acidity and the unmistakable mineral character of Vouvray. Layers of citrus, honey and subtle spice build towards a long, elegant finish that is both refreshing and deeply satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Wine Is Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium \u003cstrong\u003eGrande Année\u003c\/strong\u003e selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted by one of Vouvray's benchmark producers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver a decade of bottle development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent drinking now with further ageing potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding value for premium Loire Valley white wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in \u003cstrong\u003e1893\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMaison Marc Brédif\u003c\/strong\u003e has earned an international reputation for producing some of the Loire Valley's most ageworthy Chenin Blancs. The estate's vineyards are planted on the limestone and clay soils that define Vouvray, while the wines are matured in the region's famous underground limestone caves where temperature and humidity remain naturally constant year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGrande Année\u003c\/strong\u003e label is reserved for wines from particularly outstanding vintages, selected for their balance, concentration and ability to mature gracefully over many years. The 2012 vintage has now developed beautiful secondary complexity while retaining the vibrant acidity that is the hallmark of great Chenin Blanc. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast pork with apple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLobster and scallops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreamy mushroom dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft goat's cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComté and Gruyère\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking beautifully today but will continue to evolve gracefully over the next \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 years\u003c\/strong\u003e, developing greater notes of honey, toasted nuts and beeswax while maintaining remarkable freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew grape varieties reward patience quite like \u003cstrong\u003eChenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2012 Marc Brédif Vouvray Grande Année\u003c\/strong\u003e has reached that wonderful stage where youthful fruit is beginning to intertwine with the honeyed, mineral and savoury complexity that only time can create. It is beautifully balanced, incredibly versatile with food and offers a level of sophistication rarely found at this price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$85\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is one of the finest value mature white wines you'll find anywhere. Whether you're discovering Vouvray for the first time or you're already a devotee of great Loire Valley Chenin Blanc, this is a bottle that demonstrates exactly why Marc Brédif has been considered one of the benchmark producers of the appellation for well over a century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 Museum Release Vouvray is becoming increasingly difficult to source. 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During that time, it has evolved into a beautifully complex expression of \u003cstrong\u003eChenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e, showcasing why Vouvray remains one of the world's greatest white wine appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGrande Année\u003c\/strong\u003e wines represent Marc Brédif's finest releases, selected for their quality and exceptional ageing potential before being carefully matured in the estate's underground caves. Few wineries anywhere in the world offer mature wines with this level of provenance. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a wonderfully mature Chenin Blanc with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaked apple and quince\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried apricot and fig\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoney and beeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToasted brioche and roasted almonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCitrus peel and candied grapefruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlint, wet stone and vibrant mineral freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is beautifully layered and harmonious, balancing rich honeyed fruit with remarkable natural acidity. Decades of bottle age have added incredible complexity while preserving the freshness that makes great Vouvray so captivating. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Wine Is So Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatured for more than \u003cstrong\u003e40 years\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully cellared in Marc Brédif's historic limestone caves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the Loire Valley's great museum releases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely limited availability worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in \u003cstrong\u003e1893\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMaison Marc Brédif\u003c\/strong\u003e has become one of the defining names of Vouvray. The estate has built its international reputation on producing Chenin Blancs capable of extraordinary longevity, many of which remain in the winery's ancient underground limestone cellars until they are considered ready for release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGrande Année\u003c\/strong\u003e bottlings represent the estate's premium Vouvray wines, crafted only in years of exceptional quality and released after extensive bottle ageing. This patient approach allows each bottle to develop the remarkable honeyed, lanolin and mineral complexity that only mature Vouvray can achieve. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoie gras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast pork with apple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLobster with beurre blanc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWashed-rind cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarte Tatin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimply enjoyed on its own\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking beautifully today, with the balance and acidity to continue evolving gracefully for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to enjoy a professionally cellared mature Vouvray without waiting decades yourself. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the great joys of wine is discovering what time can create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1984 Marc Brédif Vouvray Grande Année Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wonderful example of mature Chenin Blanc at its finest. Layers of honey, dried orchard fruits, beeswax and mineral complexity have developed over more than forty years, yet the wine still retains the vibrant acidity that has made Vouvray famous around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery bottle is a reminder that great Chenin Blanc is among the longest-lived white wines on earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$200\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is an exceptional opportunity to own a perfectly matured bottle from one of the Loire Valley's benchmark producers—a wine that offers history, rarity and an unforgettable drinking experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 Museum Releases from the 1980s are becoming increasingly scarce. 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Those conditions created Chenin Blancs capable of ageing for generations, and today they offer an experience that very few wines in the world can match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't simply an old bottle of wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a living piece of French wine history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect an incredibly complex mature Chenin Blanc with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCandied lemon and preserved citrus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried apricot and quince\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoneycomb and beeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToasted almonds and brioche\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLanolin and subtle spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlint, wet stone and remarkable mineral freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its extraordinary age, the palate remains vibrant and beautifully balanced. Rich layers of honeyed fruit unfold alongside remarkable acidity and mineral precision, leading to an extraordinarily long, complex and graceful finish. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Wine Is So Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the \u003cstrong\u003egreatest Vouvray vintages of all time\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellared for more than \u003cstrong\u003e50 years\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatured in Marc Brédif's historic underground limestone cellars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely limited worldwide availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA true collector's wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in \u003cstrong\u003e1893\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMaison Marc Brédif\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the Loire Valley's most historic and respected producers. 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The estate has preserved an extraordinary museum collection, with bottles dating back to the nineteenth century, allowing wine lovers to experience mature Vouvray exactly as it was intended. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1969 Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the pinnacle of that philosophy—carefully cellared, perfectly matured and released only when the wine has reached an extraordinary stage of development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoie gras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLobster with beurre blanc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Comté\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWashed-rind cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarte Tatin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimply enjoyed on its own\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking magnificently today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith careful cellaring, this remarkable Vouvray can continue to evolve gracefully for many more years, revealing even greater layers of honey, toasted nuts, lanolin and mineral complexity. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are very few opportunities to experience a \u003cstrong\u003egreat white wine that has been professionally cellared for more than five decades\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1969 Marc Brédif Vouvray Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of those rare bottles that reminds you why Chenin Blanc is among the world's greatest grape varieties. It possesses extraordinary richness without heaviness, immense complexity without losing freshness, and a level of harmony that only time can create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery bottle tells a story that began in one of the Loire Valley's greatest vintages and continued through decades of patient maturation in ancient limestone caves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$750\u003c\/strong\u003e, you're not simply buying an exceptional bottle of wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou're acquiring a piece of wine history—one of the finest mature Vouvrays available anywhere in the world, and a truly unforgettable experience for collectors and lovers of great French wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 Genuine museum releases from the 1960s are exceptionally rare. 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Only around \u003cstrong\u003e500 cases\u003c\/strong\u003e are produced each year, making it one of the rarest and most sought-after wines in the Loire Valley. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForget everything you think you know about Sancerre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine that has more in common with a Grand Cru White Burgundy than a typical Sauvignon Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect an astonishingly complex Sauvignon Blanc with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCandied lemon and preserved citrus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite peach and pear sorbet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystalline tropical fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGingerbread and subtle spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIodine, oyster shell and crushed stone minerality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtraordinary texture and endless persistence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is remarkably concentrated yet incredibly energetic. Rich extract and powerful structure are perfectly balanced by laser-like acidity, creating a wine of immense depth without ever feeling heavy. Every sip reveals another layer of complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Wine Is So Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced from \u003cstrong\u003e100-year-old Sauvignon Blanc vines\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eLa Moussière\u003c\/strong\u003e vineyard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiodynamically farmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCropped at \u003cstrong\u003eGrand Cru Burgundy-level yields\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFermented and matured for \u003cstrong\u003e12 months in 2,000-litre tronconic oak vats\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by ageing on lees in stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly \u003cstrong\u003eapproximately 500 cases produced annually\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew names carry the prestige of \u003cstrong\u003eDomaine Alphonse Mellot\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a family history stretching back nearly five centuries, the Mellot family has become synonymous with the very finest wines of Sancerre. 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