Presentation
Location
The Saumur vineyards cover more than 800 hectares on the south bank of the Loire.
Terroir
The main characteristic of the Saumurois region is its clay-limestone soil: this soft white rock, known as tuffeau, allows the vines to take root well and to receive a moderate amount of water.
Winemaking
Total de-stemming, 10-day maceration. Vinification in thermo-regulated vats and bottling in the tufa cellars.
Ageing
The wine continues its maturation protected from light and temperature variations in the tufa cellars.
Varietal
Cabernet franc : 100%
Advice
Serving
Served at 16°C.
Tasting
Beautiful ruby colour. This wine has a powerful nose, dominated by notes of ripe red fruit and spices.
The palate is fleshy and powerful, opening with silky tannins. The finish is persistent with notes of liquorice.
The palate is fleshy and powerful, opening with silky tannins. The finish is persistent with notes of liquorice.
Food pairings
It goes well with cold meats (dry sausages, rillette, mortadella), red meat (tournedos with paprika sauce), white meat (guinea fowl with morels), soft cheeses (Saint Nectaire, tommes).
