Coralie et Damien Delecheneau - Touraine - Ad Labitum - Red - 2023

Wine:

A perfect blend of Cabernet Franc, Gamay, and Côt, the 2023 Touraine Red Ad Libitum is a winning trio bursting with delicious charm. Delicate floral notes, fresh aromatics, and the distinctive graphite signature of Cabernet Franc all strike a perfect balance. With discreet oak aging, the lively, pure juice showcases the bright, juicy character of Gamay, wrapped in finesse and elegance. An easy-going, fresh, and joyful wine, perfect with roast poultry, charcuterie, or grilled meats. Awarded a Coup de Cœur and rated 93/100 by our Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, maceration and fermentation in concrete vats for 10 to 12 days, aged in concrete vats for 4 to 5 months, lightly filtered over soil before bottling. Certified organic wine.

Ad Libitum' means true indulgence, at will!

Color:

An intense red with violet highlights.

Nose:

Very pure and delicate, with notes of flowers and graphite.

Palate:

The crispness of the Gamay and the graphite flavors of the Cabernet Franc and Côt reveal a wine with a dynamic, refined and refreshing profile.

Temperature:

Serve between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Cold cuts, red meats, grilled poultry.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2027

A true benchmark in Touraine, La Grange Tiphaine stands as a perfect ambassador for the Loire Valley. Passionate winemakers Coralie and Damien Delecheneau craft artisanal, biodynamic wines that impress with their finesse and remarkable consistency.

Awarded 2 stars by La Revue du Vin de France — a leading French wine magazine — their meticulously precise, wonderfully pure cuvées are consistently some of the best finds on the market.