Bourgueil Dyptique Domaine de la Chevalerie 2017

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Bourgueil Dyptique Domaine de la Chevalerie 2017

The wine

As well as producing deep, intense, fine Cabernet Francs, this domain is also testimony to the masterful vinification of this Loire grape variety with fresh, crisp wines like this. Therefore this cuvée which pairs beautifully with grilled meats or a platter of charcuterie has been made organically and biodynamically on sandy, stony and clay soils. In the cellar, native yeast was used for fermentation with a limited sulphur dosage and the wine has been aged for between four and six months in concrete vats.

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.