2020 Manoir de la Tete Rouge Saumur Rouge Bagatelle, Loire, France
$18.00
This cuvée is Cabernet Franc from organic, biodynamic parcels on tuffeau limestone and clay around Puy-Notre-Dame. The fruit is hand-harvested and fully destemmed, then fermented with native yeasts in concrete and stainless steel with gentle daily pump overs and a short maceration to keep the tannins fine. Élevage is in tank to preserve freshness, and the wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered with a light touch of sulfur. It is bright and precise, showing redcurrant and raspberry with violet, graphite, and a chalky lift, finishing crisp and clean—excellent slightly chilled.
Specs
- Country France
- Region Loire Valley
- Appellation Saumur
- Style Red Wine
- Producer Manoir de la Tete
- Farming Practices Organic, Biodynamic
- Grapes Cabernet Franc
- Food Pairings Stinky Cheese, Roast White Meats, Red Sauce, Fried Food
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Red Fruit, Bright and Fresh

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