Tasting Notes
Drawn from sand and limestone-rich soils, this wine captures Cabernet Franc in a more perfumed and graceful expression. Aromas of red cherry, raspberry and crushed violets mingle with hints of graphite and wild herbs. The palate is finely etched, supple in texture, with pure red fruit flowing over a backbone of minerality and delicate, chalky tannins. Extended élevage refines the edges and deepens complexity, while preserving freshness and lift. Elegant yet persistent, Poyeux reveals a subtler side of Saumur-Champigny—lithe, aromatic, and built to evolve with quiet harmony over time. - Chris L
Clos Rougeard is among the most revered names in the Loire Valley, a benchmark for Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc that has achieved near-mythical status among wine lovers worldwide. Based in Saumur, the domaine traces its roots back centuries, with vineyards that have been farmed organically long before it became fashionable.
The estate is best known for its meticulous viticulture and uncompromising winemaking approach. Yields are kept extremely low, ensuring concentration and purity of fruit, while the wines undergo long, slow élevage in barrel—often extending well beyond two years. This patient, precise craftsmanship results in wines of extraordinary finesse, depth, and longevity.
From the limestone-rich vineyards of Saumur-Champigny and Brézé, Clos Rougeard produces Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc of unrivalled texture and complexity. The reds balance ethereal aromatics with deep, savoury structure, while the white is revered for its crystalline minerality and ability to age gracefully for decades.
Clos Rougeard is not simply a domaine—it is a symbol of what Loire wine can achieve at its pinnacle: rare, sought-after, and profoundly expressive of its terroir.
| Product Type | Wine Red Cabernet Franc |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Country | France |
| Region | Loire Valley |
| Sub Region | Saumur |
| Winemaking Practices | Natural |
| Vineyard Practices | Organic/Biodynamic |