Jean-Maurice Raffault - Chinon Les Galuches 2023 (750ml) Semillon

Jean-Maurice Raffault - Chinon Les Galuches 2023 (750ml) SemillonThe Les Galuches vineyard is an ancient river bed of the Loire; the name being derived from the large presence of gravel. According to the records from the era, vines were already well established in this sector by the 1830s. The Cabernet Franc ripens very well in the domaines 10 hectare holding of this sand and gravel vineyard. Les Galuches is always among the first sites to be picked because the soil warms up quickly and drains very well. The wine

lovely finesse and dynamic acidity

where the heat condensed the harvest window

a pleasant fruity development of black fruits supported by salivating tannins

Gigondas and Côtes de Provence

that is to say stored horizontally

we launched upon a systematic expansion of cultivation

balanced acidity and well integrated wood tones

and a hint of shiitake

harmonious Rioja that’s appealing now

together with touches of vanilla brought by the wine's ageing in barrel

Notes of blackberry preserves and dark plum dominate

grilled portobello mushrooms