Côtes de Montravel Moelleux Sémillon - Chateau Moulin Caresse

Chateau Moulin Caresse

Sémillon Côtes de Montravel Moelleux 75 cl

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CHF 14.75−19%(CHF 19.67/ℓ)
Recommended price: CHF 18.15

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Technical information

Producer
Chateau Moulin Caresse
Name
Côtes de Montravel Moelleux
Variety
Sémillon
Gradation
12.5%
Format
75 cl
Aromatic profile
Honey, ripe fruit, white flowers
Vinification method
Low temperature fermentation, late harvest
Aging
A few months in steel or wood
Type of cask
Stainless steel
Color
Golden yellow
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The enchanting Côtes de Montravel Moelleux Sémillon produced by Chateau Moulin Caresse is a sweet white wine that captures the essence of the Montravel region. This wine is characterized by a predominant composition of Sémillon grapes, complemented by the freshness of the local terroir. On the nose, the bouquet reveals intriguing notes of honey, apricot, and delicate hints of chamomile, inviting a pleasantly complex tasting experience.

On the palate, the wine unfolds with a balanced sweetness and a rich structure, offering nuances of ripe fruit and undertones of sweet spices that culminate in a lingering and harmonious finish. Its complexity and the elegant play of balance make this Moelleux Sémillon an excellent choice to accompany dishes such as foie gras, fruit-based desserts, or even blue cheeses.

Ideally served chilled, this wine expresses its full aromatic and taste potential when allowed to gently open up in the glass. A Montravel treasure that promises to elevate any special occasion or simply enrich the collection of any enthusiast of sophisticated sweet wines.

The winery

Château Moulin Caresse

Montravel / Bergerac (Dordogna, Nouvelle-Aquitaine)FranciaSince 1749

Family-owned winery located in Saint-Antoine-de-Breuilh (Montravel/Bergerac, Dordogne), producing wines under the AOPs Montravel and Bergerac and the IGP Périgord; currently managed by the Deffarge family.
Grape varieties
Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Muscadelle, Sauvignon Gris, Ugni Blanc
  • Family-owned estate with roots dating back to 1749.
  • Produced in the Montravel and Bergerac AOPs and in the Périgord IGP.
  • Conversion to organic farming, certification registered in 2022.
  • Main cuvées include: 'Cent pour 100', 'Cœur de Roche', 'Le Rosé'
  • Current management: Benjamin and Quentin Deffarge
The story
Family-owned estate with documented origins dating back to 1749; the estate’s modern management has passed through several generations and, after the stewardship of Jean‑François and Sylvie Deffarge, is now carried on by their sons Benjamin and Quentin. In recent decades the estate has reorganized the vineyard and expanded the range of cuvées on the market.
Production philosophy
Focused on enhancing the local territory and vineyard quality: agricultural practices aimed at respecting biodiversity and producing wines expressive of the terroir. In recent years the domaine has begun conversion to organic farming to reduce its environmental impact.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards located on the heights of Montravel, on sloping clay-limestone soils and on a plateau of boulbène. The vineyards as a whole overlook the Dordogne valley and benefit from exposures favorable to ripening.
Awards and recognition
Documented awards for individual cuvées.