2021 - DOMAINE DU MORTIER - AOC St Nicolas de Bourgeuil "Les Sables" Cabernet Franc, Loire reds hints of toasted bread

hints of toasted bread

Johannes relies on ancient methods of vinifying and ageing his wines such as hand picking

friendly but complex with some earthy notes

The wine is left in barrels for 60 months minimum

sorted in the vineyard and again in the winery

2021 - DOMAINE DU MORTIER - AOC St Nicolas de Bourgeuil "Les Sables" Cabernet Franc, Loire reds hints of toasted breadA family story, with two brothers purchasing a vineyard in 1990's in Saint Nicolas de Bourgeuil in the Loire valley to farm vines using biodynamic methods. Fabien and Cyril now farm 15 hectares, mainly with Cabernet Franc. The sandy soil (= Les Sables) in this specific vineyard makes this Cab Franc bright Juicy and very friendly. With an attractive deep ruby heading to purple color, the nose is clean, with fleshy red and purple plums, concentrated