{"product_id":"loron-les-vieux-murs-pouilly-fuisse-0375-2020","title":"Loron Les Vieux Murs Pouilly Fuisse 2020 DEMI","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Half-Bottle\" Gem – Sun-Drenched Elegance in a Compact Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn March 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e2020 'Les Vieux Murs'\u003c\/b\u003e is in a fascinating spot. While the standard 750ml bottles are aging gracefully, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"126\"\u003e375ml demi (half-bottle)\u003c\/b\u003e has reached its peak maturity more quickly. Because wine in smaller formats undergoes micro-oxidation at a faster rate, this 2020 demi is currently offering a \"lush and integrated\" profile that larger bottles might not reach for another year or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThis cuvée is a blend of fruit from two iconic terroirs: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eFuissé\u003c\/b\u003e (for roundness and opulence) and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"97\"\u003eSolutré\u003c\/b\u003e (for its sharp limestone minerality and \"zing\"). In the \"solar\" 2020 vintage, these sites produced a Chardonnay of significant concentration and golden richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe 2020 Profile: Solar Power Meets Limestone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Vibe:\u003c\/b\u003e If the 2021 vintage was \"steely and sharp,\" the 2020 is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"66\"\u003e\"golden, broad, and honeyed.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Site:\u003c\/b\u003e 'Les Vieux Murs' (The Old Walls) refers to the historic stone enclosures surrounding the vineyards at the foot of the Roche de Solutré. The vines here are often older, which helped them withstand the 2020 heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Craft:\u003c\/b\u003e Jean Loron uses a \"balanced\" aging process—part in stainless steel to keep the fruit \"crunchy,\" and part in French oak barrels to add a creamy, toasted dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e🍷 Tasting Notes (The \"Demi\" Vibe in 2026)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eCurrent reviews from early 2026 describe a wine that has \"settled beautifully\" into its mature skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eIntense and Toasty.\u003c\/b\u003e It opens with rich aromas of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003egrilled peach, pineapple, and candied lemon\u003c\/b\u003e. Because of the demi-bottle aging, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"142\"\u003evanilla, hazelnut, and brioche\u003c\/b\u003e notes are very well-pronounced and integrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eDense and Satiny.\u003c\/b\u003e The entry is \"fleshy\" with a medium-to-full body. It tastes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003eyellow plum and baked apple\u003c\/b\u003e, underscored by a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"139\"\u003esaline mineral intensity\u003c\/b\u003e that prevents the wine from feeling too heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003ePersistent and Savory.\u003c\/b\u003e It leaves a long, warm trail of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003espicy cinnamon and roasted nuts\u003c\/b\u003e, finishing with a refreshing \"sharpness\" typical of the Solutré limestone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,1,0\"\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,1,0\"\u003e2020 (Hot, ripe, and successful)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e375ml Demi-Bouteille\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e13.0%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCharacter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,5,1,0\"\u003eRich, Oak-influenced, and Balanced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e90–91 Points\u003c\/b\u003e (CellarTracker \/ Vivino \/ Wine Enthusiast)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrink Now (through 2027).\u003c\/b\u003e In this half-bottle format, the 2020 is at its absolute peak of \"hedonistic\" enjoyment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Solo\" Luxury:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003eSeared Scallops with Lemon Butter\u003c\/b\u003e; the half-bottle is the perfect amount for a high-end starter for two or a generous glass for one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Creamy\" Match:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eChicken in a Mushroom Cream Sauce\u003c\/b\u003e; the wine’s oak-driven richness and acidity harmonize perfectly with cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Indulgent\" Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003eAged Gouda or a creamy Brie\u003c\/b\u003e; the nutty, toasted notes in the wine match the savory complexity of the cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Because demi-bottles age faster, the 2020 \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"51\"\u003eLes Vieux Murs\u003c\/i\u003e is less \"tight\" than the 750ml version. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"106\"\u003eDo not over-chill it.\u003c\/b\u003e Serve at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"137\"\u003e11–13°C\u003c\/b\u003e to let those beautiful hazelnut and peach aromatics shine. This is the ultimate \"Tuesday Night Luxury\" bottle—no need to wait for a special occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57122465874294,"sku":"'3298660029456","price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/lroonpfdemi.png?v=1774194617","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/loron-les-vieux-murs-pouilly-fuisse-0375-2020","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}