Vincent Caréme is one of the most dynamic producers in the Vouvray appellation, where a good number are content to rest on Vouvray’s reputation concentrating on making mediocre sparkling wine for the supermarkets. Carême is open-minded and keen to help new producers get established. He and his South African wife, Tania, also make wine in South Africa. 2018 is a very good, ripe Loire vintage and this Sec is a true reflection. It has a ripe, vivid texture, the wood is well handled and there's good acidity on the long finish. Although it can be drunk now, I would leave it another year or so before thinking about drinking it.