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
Vineyard located on a south-facing slope, east of Chinon on degraded limestone at the place called La Haute Olive.
Location
The vineyard of 22 hectares is located in the commune of Chinon and is spread over a wide variety of soils, limestone, sand, clay.
Terroir
Limestone.
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.
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
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 2 to 3 years, 5 years
Tasting
A complex and delicate nose with aromas of red fruits complemented by floral aromas (violet, peony) and spices.
A fine and generous palate with silky tannins. Good intensity and persistence.
A fine and generous palate with silky tannins. Good intensity and persistence.
Food pairings
Perfect with roasted white meats or casseroles.
Perfect match : Savoury aumonieres (andouille, apple, camembert)
Perfect match : Savoury aumonieres (andouille, apple, camembert)
