Clos Rougeard - Saumur - Brézé - Blanc - 2018

Wine:

Endowed with the toasted bouquet from its barrel aging, the 2018 white Saumur Brézé reveals the sunny richness of the year with a creamy mouthfeel, leading to a dense and flavorful finish. A true gem that showcases the beauty of Chenin on limestone, offering salinity and a unique aromatic richness.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Several plots of Chenin, located on the eponymous hillock which rests on an eponymous terroir. Gentle vinification with a minimalist approach. Aged for more than 2 years in barrels and several years in bottles in the heart of the tuffeau cellars, seven meters below ground.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Salt-crusted sea bass with fennel seeds, noble fish, turbot, sole, lean fish,...

Cellar aging:

From now until 2028.

An absolute pinnacle of the Loire Valley and recipient of 2 stars in the RVF Guide, Clos Rougeard is inseparable from the legacy of Charly and Nady Foucault, the artisans behind its success. Pioneers in organic farming since the 1970s, the Foucault brothers brought global recognition to the Loire, showcasing the strength of the Saumur-Champigny terroirs and their ability to produce exceptional wines.

Names like Le Bourg, Le Clos, and Les Poyeux resonate with enthusiasts as perfect expressions of Cabernet Franc from these siliceous, limestone, and sandy soils. Additionally, a rare white wine from just 1.5 hectares is crafted from the grand cru limestone of Brézé.

Today, Clos Rougeard is owned by the Bouygues family, who continue its tradition of excellence, with their wines remaining highly sought after.