Appellation: Saumur-Champigny (Loire region)
 
Grape: Cabernet Franc (100%)
 
Farming: Organic (certified)
 
Terroir: Tuffau (which is a sandy and porous rock)
 
Aromatics: Energetic and complex, showcasing dark fruits, violet, cassis, subtle tobacco and aromatic herb notes.
 
Palate: Dense and structured Cabernet Franc, this is a one of the most beautiful example from Saumur-Champigny from one of the best vintage. We love its power and elegance It offers a "silky" texture as well as ripe black fruits and purity. Fine-grained, elegant tannins and a well-integrated, "chalky" mineral finish.
 
About the wine: From the estate best and oldest Cabernet Franc vineyard. The grapes are hand picked and sorted, destemmed then they are fermented with natural yeast, followed by pumping over and delestage. This cuvee is matured for 16 months in 600-liter barrels. Exceptional clean and elegant Cabernet Franc.
 
When to drink: Drink now or before 2030.
 
Service: 12 to 16 degrees C.
 
Food match: Grilled meat, stew, hard cheeses.