Thomas Kuhnel
Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes
Moulin-à-Vent
2023
Vintage
Varietal
Gamay
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2026-2029), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2029, with a drinking horizon to 2033.
The ‘23 Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes.
Thomas Kuhnel Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes 2023 is a Gamay from France.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Thomas Kuhnel's 2023 Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes should bring Gamay aromas of red cherry, raspberry and violets, with a faint earthy note. Moulin-à-Vent fruit is expected to feel more structured than simple, supple tannins framing the berry and acidity keeping the palate lively. Peak maturity runs from 2026 to 2029, followed by a drinking span to 2033. A persistent finish should show red fruit, pepper and gentle spice.
The 2023 vintage
Thomas Kuhnel's 2023 Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes is a Gamay from France.
About Thomas Kuhnel
Thomas Kuhnel's Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes is a Gamay from France.
From the cellar: pair with
Roast duck breast with blackberry jus
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Herb-crusted pork tenderloin with mushroom ragout
The wine's fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Braised beef cheeks with creamy polenta
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
Frequently Asked
What is Thomas Kuhnel Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes 2023?
Thomas Kuhnel Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes 2023 is a Gamay from France.
When should Thomas Kuhnel Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes 2023 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2024-2033. Within that arc, the peak window is 2026-2029. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Thomas Kuhnel Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes 2023?
Pair this wine with Roast duck breast with blackberry jus; Herb-crusted pork tenderloin with mushroom ragout; or Braised beef cheeks with creamy polenta.