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Domaine De La Chevalerie 'Galichets' Bourgueil 2019
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- TASTING NOTE: "The 2019 Les Galichets is a rich, focused and compact style with intensity and richness woven into its less-than-medium body. The fine-grained tannins are well handled and the finish is refreshing, showing good line where the 2018 was somewhat lacking. Black cherry fruits, plums and spices linger on the medium-long finish. (Drink between 2025-2032)" 90 Points - Rebecca Gibb MW, Vinous
- ABOUT THE WINE: Galichets is a 25-acre vineyard heading down the terrace toward the river that is planted on stony, sandy clay soils (the limestone bedrock is at least three feet below the surface and typically more). The oldest vines in Galichets date from 1934. A part of that plantation was replanted in the 1970s and 80s, with yet another small section replanted in the 1990s. The siblings are beginning to replant some of the oldest vines now, bringing the average age of this vineyard to 35-40 years of age. Galichets tends to make the domain's spiciest and fruitiest wine, underpinned by a dark sappiness.
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ABOUT THE PRODUCER: Domaine de la Chevalerie is a leading name in the Bourgueil appellation. The property lies in the commune of Restigné, directly beside Bourgueil, and has been owned by the Caslot family for 14 generations. It is currently run by Stéphanie and Emmanuel who took over the reins from their father Pierre. The 38 hectares of vineyard are certified organic and biodynamic. Winemaking is as low intervention and natural as possible, using indigenous yeasts during the gentle fermentation process, and keeping sulphites to a minimum. The wines are clean, deep, and very drinkable and cover the full spectrum from fruity, easy-drinking wines through to more complex and structured fine wines with good ageing potential. Real Wines
- COUNTRY: France
- REGION: Loire Valley
- SUB-REGION: Bourgueil
- VARIETAL: Cabernet Franc
- WINE STYLE: Red Wine
- WINEMAKER: Stéphanie Caslot
- CLASSIFICATION: Minimal Intervention, Biodynamic Farming, Minimal Sulphites
- CLOSURE: Cork
- ABV%: 13.5%
- SIZE: 750ml
