Retour Domaine de La Noblaie - Chinon - Le Temps des cerises - Rouge - 2023
COUNTRY/REGION: Loire Valley
DESIGNATION: AOP Chinon
COLOR: Red
VINTAGE: 2023
GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Cabernet Franc
ALCOHOL: 12.5 vol.
CONTENT: 75 cl
The tasting
Color Intensely carmine-red, brilliant.
Nose Bright and refreshing, this wine features subtle graphite notes that beautifully complement the ripe, mouthwatering flavors of vineyard peach.
Palate This cuvée offers a juicy, vibrant profile with a light, elegant texture and smooth, well-integrated tannins, making it a crisp and lively wine full of energy.
The sommelier's advice
Temperature Serve between 16 and 18°C.
Food Cold cuts, barbecued red meat, white meats.
Cellar ageing From now until 2029
The estate and the wine
The estate and the wine A standout in Chinon in the Loire Valley, Domaine de la Noblaie quietly excels in crafting elegant, vibrant wines with remarkable precision, known for their exceptional aging potential. Jérôme Billard and Elodie Peyrussie have established themselves as leading talents in the region, continuing their family's deep-rooted passion for winemaking with dedication and finesse.
Wine Grown on the estate's clay-limestone soils and crafted without any oak, the 2023 red Chinon Le Temps des Cerises captures Cabernet Franc at its most vibrant and expressive. This fresh, fruit-forward red has a bright nose with hints of graphite and juicy vineyard peach. The palate is lively and crisp, with a light, juicy texture that keeps things energetic and full of character. Perfect for enjoying while it's young, this wine delivers pure pleasure. A Selection Committee favorite, rated 92/100.
Vinification Early hand-harvested, 30-year-old vines, traditional vinification, aged 6 months in stainless steel tanks on fine lees.

Certified organic wine.
AWARDS
AWARDS A Selection Committee favorite, rated 92/100!