Coming from a long line of winegrowers dating back to the 15th century, the Couly family has kept its roots in the heart of the village of Saint-Louans, while building a modern winery at the entrance to the town. Vincent Couly now manages the estate.
Presentation
Presentation
Siliceous-clay slopes located west of Chinon, it is from the vineyards grouped around the family home in Saint Louans. This terroir has been transmitted from generation to generation
since the 15th century by Bertrand's maternal family. According to the legend, Saint Louans cured the disease with a glass of wine.
since the 15th century by Bertrand's maternal family. According to the legend, Saint Louans cured the disease with a glass of wine.
Terroir
Siliceous clay limestone soils.
In the vineyard
On the vineyards, a single credo: agro-ecology!
No tillage, agro-forestry, eco-pasture and in the cellar, indigenous yeast.
No tillage, agro-forestry, eco-pasture and in the cellar, indigenous yeast.
Winemaking
Manual harvesting. Harvesting at full maturity. Total destemming,
Fermentation in thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks.
Fermentation in thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks.
Ageing
Ageing in stainless steel tanks.
Varietal
Cabernet franc : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13.5 % 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
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 10 to 15 years
Tasting
Already brings a lot of pleasure in its youth, but will gain in complexity with the years. This wine has a deep purple color, we find an alliance between the aromatic complexity and a silky tannic presence.
Food pairings
This wine will perfectly accompany all types grilled or roasted meats.
