The Lieu-dit is a group of small parcels of unique vines.
Because of its territorial, cadastral and historical unity, it constitutes a unique terroir.
The alchemy between its soil, its relief, its orientation, its climate and its grape variety, gives birth to wines with a Protected Designation of Origin of exceptional typicity and style. The respect of the terroir combined with the know-how of passionate winegrowers allows the best wines to be extracted.
Because of its territorial, cadastral and historical unity, it constitutes a unique terroir.
The alchemy between its soil, its relief, its orientation, its climate and its grape variety, gives birth to wines with a Protected Designation of Origin of exceptional typicity and style. The respect of the terroir combined with the know-how of passionate winegrowers allows the best wines to be extracted.
Presentation
Presentation
"Ecclesia" takes its name from the Latin word "church. It also pays tribute to the Roman church built in Saumur Puy Notre Dame for the Virgin Mary (ecclesia beatae Mariae de Podio).
Location
The vineyard of the Ecclesia cuvée is one of the best terroirs of the Saumur Puy Notre Dame appellation.
Terroir
Situated on plots of land at an altitude of between 50 and 105 metres, and on hard Jurassic limestone soils, the vineyard of the "Ecclesia" cuvée is one of the best terroirs of this Saumur Puy Notre Dame appellation. The fine selection of grapes by berry tasting and the specific terroir of this cuvée give it structure, power and elegance.
Winemaking
Selection of grapes in the vineyard by berry tasting. Traditional vinification. Destemming of the harvest, long maceration and gentle extraction.
Varietal
Cabernet franc : 100%
Specifications
Contains sulphites.
Advice
Serving
Serve between 14-16°C.
Visual appearance
Deep colour with purple tints.
At nose
This wine has a powerful, complex nose, dominated by notes of black fruit (cherry, blackcurrant, blackberry), chocolate and spices.
On the palate
The palate is fleshy and powerful, opening with firm, coated tannins. Persistent finish with notes of kirch cherry.
Food pairings
Perfect with fish in sauce, roasted poultry, grilled meat and red meat.
Reviews
"Millésime 2022"
