Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny Le Bourg, Loire, France 2018 Rosso di Montalcino old-school producer based in Arbois

old-school producer based in Arbois

Sourced from select limestone driven parcels and aged in French oak

I suspect hail denuded complexity

The palate is rich yet balanced

balancing fresh red-berry flavors with crisp acidity and a whisper of minerality

Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny Le Bourg, Loire, France 2018 Rosso di Montalcino old-school producer based in ArboisClos Rougeard is a legendary, small production estate in Saumur Champigny that set the benchmark for Cabernet Franc in the Loire Valley. Made famous by the Foucault brothers, the wines are produced with meticulous vineyard work, native fermentations, and long aging, resulting in remarkably refined, age worthy expressions. Known for their silky tannins, mineral depth, and layered aromatics of red fruit, florals, and spice, Clos Rougeard wines combine