Fabien Duveau - Saumur-Champigny - Les Bas Poyeux - Chacé - Rouge - 2022

Wine:

Awarded 94/100 by the Selection Committee, the 2022 Red Saumur-Champigny Les Bas Poyeux Chacé by Fabien Duveau showcases the perfect ripeness of Cabernet Franc. With lovely graphite notes typical of the varietal, it exudes purity and precision. The wine boasts a juicy, fleshy structure, impeccably crafted with smooth tannins and expertly managed aging. Everything about it is balanced and harmonious, making it enjoyable now, but it will certainly benefit from a winter in the cellar. Excellent aging potential!

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, traditionally vinified and aged for 10 months in concrete vats.

Certified organic wine.

Color:

Very dark red with purplish highlights.

Nose:

Very pure, marked by the perfect ripeness of the Cabernet Franc through beautiful notes of graphite and well-managed ageing.

Palate:

This perfectly woven, full-bodied cuvée with juicy juice and pleasant tannins will reveal its full potential after a few months in the cellar.

Temperature:

Serve between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Oven-roasted veal chops, beef steak with pepper sauce, mixed meat brochettes.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2032 and beyond for enthusiasts

Fabien Duveau, a rising star in the Saumurois area, is shaking up the traditional rankings with his highly acclaimed cuvées. He's quickly made a name for himself in the heart of the Loire's great terroirs. His prime location, right across from the renowned Clos Rougeard, places him on some of the appellation's best soils.

Embracing organic farming and meticulous attention to detail, Duveau crafts wines that are vibrantly balanced and precise. His creations are not only approachable but also marked by a pure fruit character, offering both depth and a notable presence.