Château de Minière was handed down through a line of women for two centuries ever since Marie-Genevieve d’Espinay married Martial du Soulier in 1767 and brought him the property in her dowry. Since 2010, Sigurd and Kathleen Mareels – Van den Berghe became the proud owners of Minière and of the 29 ha vineyards.
Presentation
Presentation
The expression of the Loire! An explosion of red fruits.
Terroir
Les Champs de Minière" plots dedicated to Bulles de Minière on sandy-loam soil. South/south-west exposure. Vines 40 to 50 years old.
In the vineyard
Plots totally grassed to protect the soil from erosion, facilitate the development of biological activity and improve the health of the harvest by reducing the vigor of the vines.
Winemaking
Direct pressing, whole grapes. Racking. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks regulated at 16°C. Cold blocking of fermentation. Bottled using the traditional Champagne method.
Ageing
Aged on laths for a minimum of 12 months. Disgorging.
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
Serve chilled at 10°-12° C (50°F)
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 2 to 3 years
Tasting
An explosion of red fruit, fine bubbles, beautiful minerality and fruit expression.
Food pairings
Ideal with poultry, charcuterie, pasta in sauce or exotic dishes.
