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Alliance Loire - A Terrisson Wines Selection - Chinon
Red,Chinon
100% Cabernet Franc
history
Alliance Loire is a group of winegrowers who decided in 2002 to pool their resources in order to offer a complete range of authentic, well-balanced wines from Muscadet to Vouvray along the Loire River. The winegrowers are driven by the strong but simple values of the modern cooperative - solidarity, respect and creativity - values enhanced by a real team spirit, which enriches each stage of the wine production process. Alliance Loire groups together 8 cooperative cellars, representing all the diversity of the terroirs and appellations of the Loire Valley. Loire wines in general are known as reasonably priced refreshing wines.
Vineyard
The 1.2-hectare plot, enclosed by chalk tufa walls, is located on the left bank of the Vienne river, between Rivière and Chinon. The vines are deeply rooted in a terroir of stony-gravel alluvium from the Quaternary period. The parcel's excellent early ripening potential and low vigor make it possible to obtain superb ripeness, velvety and fleshy tannins and great aromatic depth every year.
Winemaking
Harvesting is meticulous and the grapes are harvested at a good ripeness. Traditional vinification with moderate extraction of tannins. Pumping over mainly at the start of fermentation. Aged six months with oxygen to gently open the wine and round out the tannins before bottling. Great ageing potential.
Tasting notes
Deep red color with violet highlights The deep nose seduces with notes of juicy black fruits (blackcurrant, cherry, blackberry) and spices (black pepper). Full-bodied and fleshy on the palate, balanced by rich tannins. Warm, persistent licorice finish.
Food pairing
Accompanies fish in sauce (pike-perch or lamprey), grilled meats (beef ribs), red meats, small game (hare à la royale), mature goats' cheeses.
Aging potential
Grape varieties
100% Cabernet Franc
Terrisson Wines
195 rue Guy Arnaud
30900 Nîmes - FRANCE
+33 (0)4.66.23.44.22
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