2017 Domaine de la Chevalerie Bretêche
Tasting Notes
An inviting bouquet of blackberries and plums, interwoven with delicate hints of violet, earth, and leather. On the palate, this wine is elegant and well-balanced, featuring velvety tannins and a vibrant acidity that enhances its complexity. The flavors reveal layers of dark fruit, subtle spice, and a whisper of minerality, all culminating in a long, harmonious finish.
About Domaine de la Chevalerie
Domaine de la Chevalerie, a renowned winery in Bourgueil, France, has been producing exceptional wines for 14 generations. This family-owned estate spans over 80 acres of prime vineyard land in the Loire Valley. The Caslot family, who have owned and operated the Domaine since 1640, practice organic and biodynamic viticulture. Their vineyards are planted with Cabernet Franc, the predominant grape variety in Bourgueil, and are known for their old vines, some of which are over 70 years old.
The wines of Domaine de la Chevalerie are renowned for their elegance, structure, and complexity. They offer a diverse range of cuvées, from lighter, fruit-forward expressions to robust, age-worthy selections. The Domaine's greatest asset lies in its exceptional and varied terroirs. By crafting wines from various lieux-dits (specific vineyard sites), each bottle beautifully showcases the distinct characteristics of its origin.
Winery: Domaine de la Chevalerie
Origin: Bourgueil, Loire Valley, France
Vintage: 2017
Wine Type: Red Wine - Dry
Variety: 100% Cabernet Franc
Farming: Biodynamic & Organic
Soil: Clay & Chalky Limestone
Vineyard: Bretêche - Midslope
Winemaker: Laurie, Emmanuel and Stéphanie Caslot
Wine Details
• Alcohol: 14.5%
• Bottle Size: 750 ml
• Bottles Per Case: 12
• 50-Year-Old Vines
• Manual harvest
• Gentle 30-Day Maceration
• Aged 8 months in French Oak
• Drink now or keep for 10+ years
• Great with Lamb and Meat Dishes