Presentation
Location
There are several chalky layers from base of the Méron slopes up to the Loudun fault.
Terroir
Soil with clayey and silty sand. The very hard limestone soil contains light blue flint. It has good drainage capacity and is conducive to early ripening.
Winemaking
Completely destemmed and vatted for 15-20 days, depending on the year. Fermented in temperature-controlled vats.
Ageing
Bottled early in cellars dug out of tufa, where it continues to age in bottle, protected from light and variations in temperature.
Varietal
Cabernet franc : 100%
Advice
Tasting
Brilliant crimson colour. Intense nose of ripe black fruit (blackcurrant, prune, cherry) and tobacco leaves. Round, full-boded, and well-structured with assertive, but round tannin. Warm, long finish of ripe fruit.
Food pairings
This wine is delicious with red and white meats, and has enough character to go with strongly flavoured dishes and cheeses.
