Wine:

Deep and intense, the 2018 Red Les Gravières Chinon expresses the beautiful aromas of perfectly ripe Cabernet Franc grapes; notes of graphite, red fruit and black olive mingle with a beautiful freshness and crunchy tannins. This is a very high-level wine, a dense and full-bodied bottle that remains fresh and elegant throughout. A Selection Committee Favorite rated 93/100.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, de-stemmed and fully sorted, vatting lasts 10 to 15 days, bottling takes place around Easter.

Color:

Red almost black shining with slightly purplish reflections.

Nose:

Aromas of red fruits, graphite, black olives .

Palate:

Fresh and juicy, this wine with well-coated tannins offers a dense, colorful and convincing palate.

Temperature:

Serve between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Codfish, cod with spices, homemade lasagna, a plate of cold cuts or a Touraine goat cheese.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030

Recognized for its extraordinary quality vintage after vintage, the Domaine Couly-Dutheil is at the forefront of the Chinon appellation. It owes part of its reputation to the two greatest terroirs of Chinon: Clos de l’Olive and Clos de l’Echo. The estate’s classical wines are the perfect example of what makes Cabernet Franc such a powerhouse when the winemaking is up to par with its complex style.