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The tasting |
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Bright red color with carmine highlights. |
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pure nose with beautiful Cabernet maturity, hints of graphite, stone fruit and plum, spices, black pepper |
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Palate: a beautiful 2021 in terms of freshness, sapidity, and balance, with no dominant woody notes. |
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The sommelier's advice |
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Serve between 14 and 16°C. |
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From now until 2030 and beyond for enthusiasts |
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The estate and the wine |
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The Loire Valley is a treasure trove of hidden gems, consistently delivering exceptional wines at very approachable prices.
Domaine Jean-Maurice Raffault, nestled in Chinon, is one of those cherished estates that stands out for both its reliable quality and great value.
Now managed by Rodolphe Raffault, the family-run domaine practices organic farming, crafting expressive wines that showcase the unique character of each vineyard parcel, all nurtured through thoughtful aging. |
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Hailing from a gravelly site in the western part of the appellation, the 2021 Chinon Les Picasses Red delivers a perfectly ripe, fruit-forward Cabernet experience. It opens with vibrant notes of graphite, stone fruit, plum, and spices. The palate is fresh, savory, and well-balanced, showcasing pure, bright fruit without any oak influence. Ready to enjoy now and will age beautifully for 5 years or more. This is the Selection Committee’s favorite, rated 93/100. |
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Hand harvested, macerated for one month, aged for one year on fine lees in oak barrels (between three and seven years old) in old tuffeau stone quarries.
Certified organic wine. |
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AWARDS |
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Wine rated 93/100 by our committee! |
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