The Clos de l'Abbaye vineyard is made up of a single plot located in the center of Bourgueil, in the former Benedictine Abbey. . Since 1975, Michel Lorieux has been running the Clos l'Abbaye de Bourgueil vineyard and in 1988 he converted it into organic agriculture,
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A single plot of land enclosed by tufa walls. The vines have an average age of 60 years and benefits from a particular micro-climate thanks to its 6 to 7 meter thick flinty gravel soil.
Terroir
Soil composed of flint and gravel
In the vineyard
Vines averaging 40 years of age, on a terroir of flinty gravel 7 to 8 meters deep, providing warm, healthy, filtering soil ideal for vine-growing. All this, surrounded by tufa stone walls which protect the vineyard while reflecting the sun, creating a special microclimate. The vineyard has been farmed organically since 1997.
Winemaking
Hand-picked at optimum ripeness. Vinified in the the Clos de l'Abbaye cellar, using indigenous yeasts, with long maceration to extract the best from the Cabernet Franc.
Ageing
Aged for at least 6 months in vats, to perfect its fruity aromas.
Varietal
Cabernet franc : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : % vol.
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
Tasting
Limpid purple color. Intense, fruity nose. The powerful, round and fruity. The low acidity brings out the fruit on the palate, while its roundness keeps it well-balanced with a fine aromatic finish.
Food pairings
A wine to share with friends or family as an aperitif or a white meat dish in sauce, or even with red meat red meat, simply grilled on the barbecue.
