Natural wine has no uniform definition. It is a general term used to describe artisanal wine made using organically and/or biodynamically grown hand-picked grapes which are vinified with little or no intervention. Winemakers often rely on indigenous yeast to catalyse natural fermentation, avoiding the use of any chemicals, additives or sulphites.
The result is wine which is alive, energetic, vibrant and unexpected – a welcomed contrast to the industrial practices of the wine industry.
Name of Estate/Domaine:
Catherine & Pierre Breton
Vintage: 2020
Country & Region
Restigné, Loire, France.
Grape/Blend
100% Cabernet Franc.
Tasting Notes
Rosé with the colour of a red, its tannins are discreet. A thirst-quencher with primary aromas of young red fruits. Perfect for a picnic or to return to work with a light heart after a fleeting lunch.
Terroir
Their vineyard in Bourgueil enjoys a clement climate – exactly what Cabernet Franc, a late-developing varietal, needs. In Bourgueil they have different types of soils. Soils of ancient alluvium called “Galuches” or “les Galichets,” calcareous soils, and clay-flintstone soils called “les Perrières.
Viticulture
Organic certified and biodynamic methods.
Vinification:
- Manual harvested
- Pressing
- Indigenous yeast
- Fermented and matured in wooden Grenier tank
- Malolactic fermentation
- Small amount of sulphur added at bottlin
Food Pairing
Fish, picnics or light summer lunches
