Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny, Loire, France 2011
Clos Rougeard was founded in the 17th century, on the grounds of Chacé in the Loire Valley. The estate was taken over by the Foucault brothers, the last of eight generations of the family. Established pioneers of organic viticulture from the beginning, they have a deep respect for the land and a commitment to natural winemaking practices. Renowned for their exceptional Cabernet Franc, Clos Rougeard’s wines are highly valued for their depth, complexity, and longevity, with the ability to age for decades. The combination of high-quality winemaking and extremely limited production - less than 3,000 cases per year - makes it extremely difficult to get your hands on a bottle of Clos Rougeard.
90 points Int'l Wine Cellar
Outer quote mark Bright ruby. Complex nose melds blackberry, licorice, violet and wild herbs. Subtly rich and elegant, offering dark berry, bitter chocolate and cracked pepper flavors. Finishes with substantial ripe but silky tannins and delicate, lingering spicy nuances. (JBP) Inner quote mark (12/2014)
Clos Rougeard was founded in the 17th century, on the grounds of Chacé in the Loire Valley. The estate was taken over by the Foucault brothers, the last of eight generations of the family. Established pioneers of organic viticulture from the beginning, they have a deep respect for the land and a commitment to natural winemaking practices. Renowned for their exceptional Cabernet Franc, Clos Rougeard’s wines are highly valued for their depth, complexity, and longevity, with the ability to age for decades. The combination of high-quality winemaking and extremely limited production - less than 3,000 cases per year - makes it extremely difficult to get your hands on a bottle of Clos Rougeard.
90 points Int'l Wine Cellar
Outer quote mark Bright ruby. Complex nose melds blackberry, licorice, violet and wild herbs. Subtly rich and elegant, offering dark berry, bitter chocolate and cracked pepper flavors. Finishes with substantial ripe but silky tannins and delicate, lingering spicy nuances. (JBP) Inner quote mark (12/2014)
Clos Rougeard was founded in the 17th century, on the grounds of Chacé in the Loire Valley. The estate was taken over by the Foucault brothers, the last of eight generations of the family. Established pioneers of organic viticulture from the beginning, they have a deep respect for the land and a commitment to natural winemaking practices. Renowned for their exceptional Cabernet Franc, Clos Rougeard’s wines are highly valued for their depth, complexity, and longevity, with the ability to age for decades. The combination of high-quality winemaking and extremely limited production - less than 3,000 cases per year - makes it extremely difficult to get your hands on a bottle of Clos Rougeard.
90 points Int'l Wine Cellar
Outer quote mark Bright ruby. Complex nose melds blackberry, licorice, violet and wild herbs. Subtly rich and elegant, offering dark berry, bitter chocolate and cracked pepper flavors. Finishes with substantial ripe but silky tannins and delicate, lingering spicy nuances. (JBP) Inner quote mark (12/2014)