{"product_id":"clos-rougeard-saumur-champigny-le-bourg-2019","title":"Clos Rougeard Saumur Champigny Le Bourg 2019","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaumur Champigny Le Bourg by Clos Rougeard is a red wine made from Cabernet Franc grapes from the Loire. An expression of the Saumur Champigny area, it presents a deep ruby colour enriched with garnet highlights. On the nose, it releases aromas of ripe red fruits, aromatic herbs and delicate smoky notes. On the palate, a \u003cstrong\u003erich and concentrated structure\u003c\/strong\u003e emerges, defined by a \u003cstrong\u003edense texture with fine tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e that leads the tasting towards a finish of great precision. \u003cstrong\u003eDecanting for about an hour\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances its profile, making it ideal to pair with game, lamb and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from Chacé, in the heart of the Loire Valley. This plot is home to \u003cstrong\u003every old vines\u003c\/strong\u003e grown on a \u003cstrong\u003epredominantly limestone terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e, with shallow clay-silt soils. This geological matrix gives the glass a \u003cstrong\u003emarked limestone minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e and remarkable depth. The natural environment ensures optimal ripening of the bunches, allowing this cru to display a clear territorial identity, in perfect harmony with the pedoclimatic characteristics of its origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe agronomic management follows the principles of organic farming, without the use of synthetic chemical products. In the cellar, a \u003cstrong\u003eminimalist approach\u003c\/strong\u003e is adopted to respect the quality of the raw material. The \u003cstrong\u003egentle vinifications\u003c\/strong\u003e, conceived as true infusions, favour a measured and precise extraction of the noble components of the grape. This meticulous care preserves the purity of the fruit and the structural consistency, resulting in a wine that expresses its natural character through \u003cstrong\u003eartisanal and respectful craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e of the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginating from Chacé, in the Loire Valley, Clos Rougeard Saumur Champigny Le Bourg 2019 is a wine of rare excellence. This iconic Cabernet Franc comes from very old vines cultivated using \u003cstrong\u003eorganic and sustainable practices\u003c\/strong\u003e, rooted in limestone and clay-silt soils. The estate follows a minimalist philosophy, adopting \u003cstrong\u003egentle, infusion-like vinification methods\u003c\/strong\u003e to preserve the authentic identity of the cru. Awarded \u003cstrong\u003e95 points by Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e, the wine combines elegance with a dense texture, offering the most captivating expression of the appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Clos Rougeard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46057438773419,"sku":"59774","price":311.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/clos-rougeard-saumur-champigny-le-bourg-2019_59774_1_c8f64ea0-27bf-476d-aab2-0219f5f4209e.webp?v=1773801281","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/products\/clos-rougeard-saumur-champigny-le-bourg-2019","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}