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Bourgueil Bretêche Domaine de la Chevalerie 2017

The wine

Bourgueil Bretêche is aged for six months in demi-muid barrels and is an enticing and highly drinkable wine. It has a nose of red fruit, wet stone, and prune aromas, and a wonderfully fresh and juicy palate with soft tannins, a smoky, mineral quality, and a good length. This wine pairs well with poultry dishes and sweetbreads.

About the Producer Domaine de La Chevalerie

Domaine de la Chevalerie is a leading name in the Bourgueil appellation. The property lies in the commune of Restigné, directly beside Bourgueil, and has been owned by the Caslot family for 14 generations. It is currently run by Stéphanie and Emmanuel who took over the reins from their father Pierre. The 38 hectares of vineyard are certified organic and biodynamic. Winemaking is as low intervention and natural as possible, using indigenous yeasts during the gentle fermentation process, and keeping sulphites to a minimum. The wines are clean, deep, and very drinkable and cover the full spectrum from fruity, easy-drinking wines through to more complex and structured fine wines with good ageing potential.

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