Domaine de la Chevalerie, Bourgueil Les Galichets (2017)

REGION: Loire Valley

COUNTRY: France

GRAPE(S): Cabernet Franc

BODY: Medium

ABV: 13.5% 

Pale red brick color. Aromas of hay, sap and wild strawberries lead into tastes of red fruit especially raspberry with green pepper, crushed gravel, and woodsy, herbal notes. Dry with moderate tannins and acidity.

WINEMAKING NOTES: These vines have been certified Biodynamic since 2012 and average 60 years in age. They mostly grow on deeper soils intermixed with alternating layers of sand, gravel, silex and clay.

FUN FACT: Cabernet Franc is the parent grape for both Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.

PAIRS WELL WITH: Veal, venison, beef bourguignon, mushroom risotto, BBQ, or Beluga lentils.