Clos Rougeard
Saumur Champigny Le Bourg 2019
| Denomination | AOC Saumur-Champigny |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Loire (France) |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Franc |
- Identity: Saumur-Champigny AOC 2019 by Clos Rougeard, 100% Cabernet Franc
- Vineyard and soil: Old vines in Chacé on limestone and silty clay, pronounced minerality
- Production: Organic cultivation; gentle infusion-style vinification, minimalist approach
- Tasting: Deep ruby colour; notes of red fruits, herbs and smoke; fine tannins, clean finish
- Serving and pairings: 13% vol; decant for 1 hour; ideal with game, lamb and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Saumur 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 rich and concentrated structure emerges, defined by a dense texture with fine tannins that leads the tasting towards a finish of great precision. Decanting for about an hour enhances its profile, making it ideal to pair with game, lamb and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from Chacé, in the heart of the Loire Valley. This plot is home to very old vines grown on a predominantly limestone terroir, with shallow clay-silt soils. This geological matrix gives the glass a marked limestone minerality 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.
How it is produced
The agronomic management follows the principles of organic farming, without the use of synthetic chemical products. In the cellar, a minimalist approach is adopted to respect the quality of the raw material. The gentle vinifications, 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 artisanal and respectful craftsmanship of the vineyard.
History and Curiosities
Originating 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 organic and sustainable practices, rooted in limestone and clay-silt soils. The estate follows a minimalist philosophy, adopting gentle, infusion-like vinification methods to preserve the authentic identity of the cru. Awarded 95 points by Vinous, the wine combines elegance with a dense texture, offering the most captivating expression of the appellation.
Awards
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2019
95/100
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Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
Since 2017, the Bouygues family has continued the work initiated by their emblematic predecessors, with deep respect for the cru’s DNA and identity. Today, the estate finds its balance thanks to a team of passionate individuals dedicated to preserving the excellence and uniqueness of wines whose depth, finesse and precision are truly distinctive. Read more
| Name | Clos Rougeard Saumur Champigny Le Bourg 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Saumur AOC |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Franc |
| Country | France |
| Region | Loire |
| Vendor | Clos Rougeard |
| Story | History and Curiosities Originating 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 organic and sustainable practices, rooted in limestone and clay-silt soils. The estate follows a minimalist philosophy, adopting gentle, infusion-like vinification methods to preserve the authentic identity of the cru. Awarded 95 points by Vinous, the wine combines elegance with a dense texture, offering the most captivating expression of the appellation. |
| Origin | Chacé (Saumur-Champigny, Loire, France) |
| Soil composition | Predominantly calcareous terroir with shallow clay silt soils |
| Production technique | Delicate vinifications conceived as infusions (minimalist approach) |
| Wine making | Delicate vinifications conceived as infusions, with a minimalist approach. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |