Tasting Notes: A dark garnet robe with stunning crimson reflections. Upon decanting, the nose reveals an intense complexity, combining youthful expansiveness with refined sophistication. Ripe red and black fruits, almost candied, intertwine with notes of licorice, wet slate, and tobacco. On the palate, the wine mirrors the olfactory impressions with equal density, vigor, and richness of expression. The tannins are finely textured, enveloped in silkiness. The enduring finish serenely houses the fruits and spices.
Grape Details: Region: Loire - Coteaux de l'Aubance Zone
Climate: Oceanic. Western exposure
Soil: Friable green, pink, brick schist from Ordovician
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Average age of vines: 30 years
Yield: 40 hl/ha
Mechanical weeding
Vinification: Harvest: Manual
Vinification: Destemming, Crushing, Malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, 20-day skin maceration
Aging: Aging in French oak barrels for one year (1/3 new, 1/3 one-year-old, 1/3 two-year-old)
Oak Origin: Tronçais, the Vosges, and Allier
Food Pairing: The Anjou Villages Brissac "Les Millerits" from Domaine des Rochelles pairs wonderfully with confits, game, roasted and spiced poultry, as well as cheeses. A serving temperature of 15°C is recommended, with the option of decanting before serving.
Ageing Potential: This wine will gracefully evolve over 5 to 15 years. However, it can also be enjoyed now.