Chinon AOC – Domaine de Clos Godeaux Hegronniere

Production Area
Loire Valley, France

Terroir

Gravel plains mixed with sand, clay-siliceous and clay limestone soils

Grapes
Cabernet Franc 100%

Vinification 

By machine with sorting prior to vatting followed by maceration for a period of 10 to 20 days at temperatures ranging between 28 – 32 °C after which must is transferred to oak barrels for maturation.  The wine is lightly filtered before bottling

Aging

In oak barrels for 6 to 8 months

Colour:

Intense ruby red

Bouquet:

Bursting aromas of ripe red fruit, raspberries and earth

Taste:

A savory, full bodied wine of red and black fruit, bell pepper-like flavors, medium to high acidity

Food pairing:

Poultry, white meats, game and soft cheeses.

Alcohol:  13% Vol.

Serving Temperature:

18 °C.

Aging Potential:

up to 10 years