2018 Clos Rougeard Le Bourg Saumur-Champigny 750ml

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Description

Overview & Provenance

The 2018 Clos Rougeard Le Bourg Saumur-Champigny represents the pinnacle of Cabernet Franc viticulture anywhere in the world. Crafted from a historic 1-hectare walled parcel of ancient vines rooted in deep limestone bedrock, this cult Loire bottling is revered for its extraordinary elegance and longevity. As a result, it consistently rivals the top Grand Cru Bordeaux and Burgundy reds.

The warm, generous 2018 vintage produced fruit of striking concentration and ripe, supple tannins across the Loire Valley. In addition, the Foucault family’s legacy of two years in French oak barrels within underground tuffeau cellars ensures structural precision. Therefore, this bottle marries rich dark fruit depth with vibrant limestone energy.

Tasting Profile & Sensory Character

Aromatics: First, the nose offers dark raspberry, cassis, and fresh violets. Soon after, subtle notes of graphite, pencil shavings, tobacco leaf, and crushed chalk emerge with air.
Palate: In addition, the palate feels deep, velvety, and lifted by lively natural acidity. Fine-grained, chalky tannins carry flavors of ripe dark cherry and savory spice across a long, aristocratic finish.

Service & Culinary Pairings

Serving Suggestions: First, serve at 60°F–63°F (15°C–17°C) in broad Bordeaux stems. Next, decant for 60 minutes to let its tightly wound core of fruit and floral aromatics bloom.

Recommended Pairings: Because of its fine-grained tannins and mineral cut, this benchmark Cabernet Franc pairs well with savory meats:

Roast rack of lamb with rosemary and garlic
Pan-seared duck breast with tart berry reduction
Herb-roasted squab or roasted game birds
Slow-braised veal chops with wild mushrooms

Collector Notes & Cellar Potential

Le Bourg is Clos Rougeard’s rarest and most cellar-worthy cuvée, hunted globally by top collectors. While impressive today with proper decanting, this 2018 vintage will reach peak harmony between 2028 and 2048+.