Tasting Notes
Cabernet Franc grown on tuffeau limestone soils gives this wine its hallmark clarity and lift. The nose is pure and fragrant, showing dark berries, redcurrant and a touch of graphite, with subtle floral notes drifting through. On the palate, there’s a striking balance between supple fruit and finely etched structure, the limestone imprint adding a savoury, mineral edge. Long élevage in neutral barrels polishes the texture without masking freshness, allowing the wine’s natural depth to unfold gradually. Medium-bodied yet persistent, it carries both finesse and latent power, finishing with clean acidity and finely grained tannins. A benchmark expression of Saumur-Champigny, equally rewarding in youth or with extended cellaring. - 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 |