Name: Clos Rougeard Saumur Champigny Le Bourg 2018 750ml
Brand: Clos Rougeard
SKU: 1027144
Price: 372.57 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 93.3 (3 reviews)

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Winery

Clos Rougeard

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Varietal

Cabernet Franc

Cabernet Franc is not simply an important grape varietal for the fact that it is one of the most widely grown strains of vine in the world, but also because it is a vital grape in the production of many of the finest wines the world has ever seen. For centuries in its native France, it has been a varietal synonymous with elegance and high quality, and has become a key fruit in the production of the Bordeaux and Bordeaux-style blended wines which have gone down in history thanks to their magnificent flavors, aromas and levels of aged complexity. However, Cabernet Franc is also a wine grape varietal for use in single variety, unblended wines, and has plenty to offer on its own. Most commonly, it is renowned for its wide bouquet, which often includes fascinating notes of tobacco, violets or bell pepper over a beautifully pale and decadent liquid.

Country

France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

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Region

Loire Valley

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.

DC 97pts

Decanter

This wine is barrel-aged for a rather long time in 75% new oak. Although going through a reductive stage now, it expresses smoky blackcurrant fruit with a touch of vanilla. It's a dense, seamless wine that has more depth than Les Poyeux but also more austerity, with a liquorice-infused finish. Should be magnificent in 15 to 20 years.

VM 93pts

Vinous Media

The 2018 Le Bourg is a mouth-filling, full expression that's robust and powerful, offering up rich flavors of smoked bacon, tapenade and mint. This is not a wine for opening any time soon; it has chunky tannins and a sense of dryness, alongside herbs and Elastoplast which suggest there may be some Brett here. This is quite lengthy and would be designed for the long-haul if there were no microbiological activity going on.

WA 90pts

Wine Advocate

The 2018 Saumur Champigny Le Bourg from Clos Rougeard has a dark, somber bouquet of licorice, iris, flowers and dark wild berries. Medium to full-bodied, tense and chiseled, it’s broad with delicate calcareous dry extract and a firm, tense and tight finish with firm tannins, unfortunately dominated by the presence of Brettanomyces.

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