Domaine Fournier Longchamps is a family estate located in Rochefort sur Loire in Maine-et-Loire : composed of 43 hectares of vines which spread out today on the appellations Savennières, Roche aux Moines, Anjou Blanc and Anjou Villages, Coteaux du Layon, Coteaux du Layon 1er Cru Chaume and Quarts de Chaume Grand cru. Their commitment is to respect and preserve the environment in order to favor the blossoming of the vine : the vineyard is certified organic and conducted following the biodynamic principles.
Presentation
Presentation
Do you know the Rackham story?
Jack Rackham, known as Calico Rackham, is a pirate from the 23rd century. The creator of Tintin, famous comic book, created his character Rackham the Red after this pirate.
Jack Rackham, known as Calico Rackham, is a pirate from the 23rd century. The creator of Tintin, famous comic book, created his character Rackham the Red after this pirate.
Terroir
Sandstone schist.
In the vineyard
15 to 20 years old vines, farmed organically.
40 hL/ha, harvested manually.
40 hL/ha, harvested manually.
Winemaking
Maceration for two weeks with light pumping overs.
Ageing
Aged for 12 months in oak barrels (25% new oak).
No malolactic fermentation.
No malolactic fermentation.
Varietal
Cabernet franc : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13.5 % vol.
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
Light and soft red wine, on the red fruit notes.
Food pairings
Simple dish like charcuterie board, cheese (camembert, goat cheese).
