On Dec 9, 2:31�pm, cwdjrxyz > wrote:
> On Dec 9, 10:25�am, DaleW > wrote:
>
> > 1959 Moulin Touchais
> > I think of ankimo as the foie gras of seafood, so had asked for it to
> > be included. The ankimo and sweet Loire were a good match. As to the
> > wine, a real winner. Wooly nose (as often is the case with chenin, for
> > a second I thought this was corked when opened, but actually no trace
> > of TCA), fresh and vibrant, no hint this was 50 years old. Moderate
> > sweetness, zippy acids, ripe pit fruits with citrus zest. Finish goes
> > on and on. Complex, lively, and lovely. A
>
> I am glad you found your bottle of 1959 Moulin Touchais in outstanding
> condition. I have the 1959, 1949, and 1976, and all have been in good
> condition and holding well. I have heard reports of even much older
> examples that still were in good condition. I hope this wine is still
> being made as in the past so that it will still be of top quality and
> last well.

I've enjoyed the 75 and 85, but not tasted anything younger (though I
have a couple 89s)