Thunevin-Calvet Maury Vin Doux 1978

Thunevin-Calvet Maury Vin Doux 1978 - Maury, Roussillon, France

Producer's notes:

The Domaine was born in 2001 from the meeting of two winegrowers: Jean-Luc Thunevin, owner of Château Valandraud in Saint-Emilion and Jean-Roger Calvet from Maury.

“Vins Doux Naturels” date back from the 13th century. It is quite rare to stumble upon an old “vintage Maury” as this unique form of winemaking is usually made by blending the grapes of several vintages. Years of patience haven’t wrinkled this exceptional wine with its light brown caramel coat. The whole exudes harmony, finesse, and complexity. 

Food and wine pairings: To drink as an aperitif or with blue-veined cheeses, blueberry tarts, black fig desserts, chocolate cakes. Serve at 14-15°C.

Aging: Drink now or age for up to 100 years.

What we say:

A rare and mature example of fortified sweetness from the historic Maury AOC - crafted by Thunevin‑Calvet. A wine that wears its vintage lightly: decades of ageing have transformed it into something of elegance and nuance, with a light brown, caramel-tinged hue that hints at what lies within.

On the nose the 1978 shows rich aromas of preserved fruits - think black cherry and fig compote - mingled with deeply seductive notes of bitter chocolate, roasted nuts, dried figs, old leather and a hint of tobacco. On the palate it unfolds with a silky, velvety texture: lush dark fruit, dates and stewed berries evolve into layers of coffee, cocoa and a gentle nutty, almost rancio edge; sweetness remains but is balanced by the gentle warmth and complexity imparted by age, delivering a long, contemplative finish.

Grape variety: 100% Grenache Noir (fortified) 

Style: A fully mature, fortified vin doux naturel with complexity and old-world character 

Drink window: Ready to drink now - but it can continue to evolve gracefully for many decades given careful cellaring 

Perfect for: Blue-veined or aged cheeses, fig or dried fruit desserts, dark chocolate cakes, nutty puddings, or simply as a contemplative after-dinner sipper 

A rare slice of Roussillon history - an aged Maury of character and depth, offering a unique, time-honed experience. This is a special bottle!