Chinon AOC 2024, Domaine du Puy Rigault

Cabernet Franc is a grape that lends itself to the cooler climates of the Loire, with no loss of fruit flavours. 75 year old vines have lower yields, but the fruit has a depth and concentration unusual for many Loire reds. No chemicals are used on the vines and the Page family are committed to continually improving their terroir and preserving it for the future. Their sons are already on their way to working alongside their parents in this family vignoble, with two currently studying and working in viticulture agronomy. The wine undergoes a long maceration and one whole year in the tanks before bottling. No oak.