SAUMUR CHAMPIGNY - Foucher Lebrun
Terroir
Loire - Wine from 'Anjou' and 'Saumur'
Soil: Limestone and tufa stone
Grape variety: Cabernet-Franc
Vinification
Vinification in stainless steel vats for
3 weeks, during which the juice from
the bottom of the vat is pumped-over to
the top several times and removed
once to increase flavour concentration
Ageing
In French oak barrels, 10 % of which
are new, for 8 months.
Colour
Crimson robe with glints of ruby
Nose
A bouquet of ripe red fruit, with
spice and menthol touches
Palate
The structure is delightful, with
aromas coming through as flavours
Maturing in oak gives the wine length
and harmony
Wines & Food Pairing
Enjoy it with red meat and cheese
Serve at 16° C (61° F)
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