Laurence & Marc Vincent, lovers of the Loire, president today of the destinies of the property.
Patrick Nivelleau vinifies the different cuvées of the Wineyard.
The Wineyard has gone from an organic approach to a biodynamic certification under the Demeter label in 2017.
Under the domain, 1.5 km of galleries are dug in the Tuffeau.
There, at 12 ° C, bloom quietly, away from light, more than 100,000 bottles of different vintages and appellations of Saumur.
Patrick Nivelleau vinifies the different cuvées of the Wineyard.
The Wineyard has gone from an organic approach to a biodynamic certification under the Demeter label in 2017.
Under the domain, 1.5 km of galleries are dug in the Tuffeau.
There, at 12 ° C, bloom quietly, away from light, more than 100,000 bottles of different vintages and appellations of Saumur.
Presentation
Presentation
Beneath the estate, 1.5 km of galleries have been dug into the Tuffeau rock.
There, at 12°C, more than 100,000 bottles of different Saumur vintages and appellations quietly blossom, sheltered from the light.
There, at 12°C, more than 100,000 bottles of different Saumur vintages and appellations quietly blossom, sheltered from the light.
Location
Dampierre-sur-Loire et Parnay
Terroir
Deep clay-limestone.
In the vineyard
Biodynamic vineyard certified by Demeter
Yield 40 hl/ha
Hand harvested
Yield 40 hl/ha
Hand harvested
Winemaking
Maceration for 26 days at 25°C, exchange of berries and juice by punching down and pumping over. Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Decanting on conveyor belt
Ageing
Aged without inputs
Bottled in July or September, depending on tasting.
Bottled in July or September, depending on tasting.
Varietal
Cabernet franc : 100%
Specifications
GM : NO
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
16°C/61°F
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 2 to 3 years
Tasting
Aromas of red fruits and spices on the nose. The palate is ample, with flavours of red and black fruits and a peppery note. Silky tannins give this wine relief and balance.
Food pairings
Red meats, charcuterie, cheese, aperitif, poultry with cream, veal.
