Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny Les Poyeux, Loire, France 2018 Tannat polished tannins and a mineral-driven

polished tannins and a mineral-driven core

The label was designed by Charles’ wife Louise

macerated black fruit

" Vinous 93

satiny and layered

Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny Les Poyeux, Loire, France 2018 Tannat polished tannins and a mineral-drivenClos Rougeard is a legendary, small production estate in Saumur Champigny that set the benchmark for Cabernet Franc in the Loire Valley. Made famous by the Foucault brothers, the wines are produced with meticulous vineyard work, native fermentations, and long aging, resulting in remarkably refined, age worthy expressions. Known for their silky tannins, mineral depth, and layered aromatics of red fruit, florals, and spice, Clos Rougeard wines combine