Clos des Lunes "Lune d'Or" 2025

Typically showing ample, expressive aromatics of white peach, delicate citrus and soft almond, lifted by white flowers such as acacia and honeysuckle, this wine is known for its silky texture and a profile that is rich, full and creamy yet airy. In 2025, from 100% Sémillon at 13% alcohol, it offers subtle tropical notes of mango and quince, unfolding on a broader, more expansive palate than its sister estate, Clos d’Argent. While the wine gains volume and presence with aeration, at this early stage it leans more toward breadth than precision, and I find myself missing a touch of linearity and tension, qualities that make the Argent particularly appealing today.

Subtle citrus nuances of grapefruit and mandarin respectively, followed by a hint of mango. Slightly creamy on the attack, the wine reveals a silky, linear character. Elegant and harmonious, it can be enjoyed in its youth. A persistent finish, nicely driven by fine bitterness.