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Clos Rougeard Saumur Champigny Le Bourg 2016 750ml
Case of 6
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SKU 881363
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The 2016 Le Bourg is a typically fragrant, heady and savory expression with smoky bacon characters meeting the red fruit. The clay portion of the clay-limestone soils in the vineyard tends to give a roundness to Le Bourg. There’s also an innate sense of power within its mellow frame. There’s a generosity here but it never becomes opulent nor heavy – this is Saumur-Champigny, after all, and it specialises in lightness. The tannins provide a relaxed, powdery veil for the mouth which suggests you could approach it now but if you’re not on death’s door and can wait, this has the componentry to go the long haul.
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Within France, the one region most closely associated with fine white and rosé wines is surely the Loire Valley. With over eight controlled appellations, and a relatively large expanse of land covering this wide valley, the Loire Valley is an ideal location for wineries wishing to produce large quantities of excellent quality vines for their wine production. Indeed, this region has been associated with excellent white wines for over a thousand years, with it once being the favorite wine region for the crowned heads of England, France and beyond. Today, it produces a wide range of white wines, and several rosé and red varieties also. It is also widely celebrated for being home to some of France's most lively and fruity sparkling crémant wines, which more than match those produced in nearby Champagne.
Appellation
Anjou-Saumur
Anjou-Saumur, an enchanting wine appellation in the Loire Valley, France, is celebrated for its diverse and vibrant array of wines. What makes Anjou-Saumur unique is its expansive range of terroirs, from the schist soils of Savennières to the limestone cliffs of Saumur-Champigny, allowing for the production of diverse styles from various grape varieties.
Anjou-Saumur is renowned for its Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon wines. Chenin Blanc, in particular, thrives in the region, producing outstanding dry, off-dry, and sweet wines, including the renowned Coteaux du Layon. The appellation's commitment to sustainable viticulture adds to its uniqueness, emphasizing the harmony between the vineyards and the picturesque landscapes of the Loire Valley.
Exploring Anjou-Saumur offers wine enthusiasts a journey into the heart of the Loire, where the diversity of terroir and the dedication to expressive winemaking create wines that capture the essence of this historic and picturesque wine region.
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Vinous Media
The 2016 Le Bourg is a typically fragrant, heady and savory expression with smoky bacon characters meeting the red fruit. The clay portion of the clay-limestone soils in the vineyard tends to give a roundness to Le Bourg. There's also an innate sense of power within its mellow frame. There's a generosity here but it never becomes opulent nor heavy - this is Saumur-Champigny, after all, and it specialises in lightness. The tannins provide a relaxed, powdery veil for the mouth which suggests you could approach it now but if you're not on death's door and can wait, this has the componentry to go the long haul.
DC96pts
Decanter
This wine displays beautifully integrated oak with enticing hints of vanilla, smoke and noble spices, alongside minty and floral scents including peonies and violet. The palate has a fleshy but focussed mouthfeel with a compact but polished tannic framework and an elegant finish. Patience will be required though, as the wine’s evolution will be very slow.
