Jean-Maurice Raffault: Chinon Rouge Les Galuches AOC

Chinon Rouge Les Galuches AOC

• Varieties: 100% Cabernet Franc
• Type: Red
• Region: Chinon, Anjou-Saumur, Loire Valley, France
• Alcohol Level: 13.0%

Wine Description:

The Galuches lieu-dit is an ancient river bed of the Loire. The name of parcel derives from the presence of gravel. According the records from the era, vines were already well established in this sector by the 1830’s. The Cabernet Francs ripens very well in the domain’s 10 hectares holding on a sand and gravel soil. The Galuches is always among the first site to be picked because the soil warms up quickly and drains very well. The wine is very aromatic and is noted for its bouquet of violets followed by lush and supple dark berry/cherry fruit.

Tasting Note:

The wine is noted for its bouquet of violets, followed by lush and supple dark berry, cherry fruit. Bold, but with restrained tannins and balanced acidity. Well made wine.