Château de Villeneuve - Saumur-Champigny - Clos de la Bienboire - Rouge - 2023

Wine:

Driven by pure, fresh fruit, the 2023 Saumur-Champigny Clos de la Bienboire from Château de Villeneuve offers a vibrant and delicious expression of Cabernet Franc. With its juicy, crunchy texture, fine tannins, and silky, lightly extracted character, it's an ideal match for pâté en croûte or country pâté with green peppercorns. This is an irresistibly seductive wine, perfect for enjoying in its youth.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, totally de-stemmed, vinified and aged in vats without added sulfites.

Certified organic wine.

Color:

Purple ruby.

Nose:

Fresh and pure, with notes of red and black fruits mixed with hints of graphite.

Palate:

A juicy, crisp, fruity wine with delicate tannins.

Temperature:

Serve between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Grilled red meats, spiced roast duck, lamb chops breaded with parmesan and thyme.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2028

Favorite of our Selection Committee and recipient of 2 stars in the RVF Guide, Château de Villeneuve is one of the finest estates in the Loire Valley. On its 25 hectares, Jean-Pierre Chevallier follows his instincts, crafting superb organic cuvées that reflect the true character of this limestone region.

These warm lands restore Saumur-Champigny's noble reputation: crisp, fresh wines brimming with charm, offering a sensual interpretation of Cabernet Franc. In white wine as well, the estate excels, showcasing the full allure of a mature Chenin.

Each year, Château de Villeneuve asserts itself as one of the leading stylists in the Saumur landscape, and Jean-Pierre Chevallier is among our top 10 Loire winemakers.