Saumur Champigny La Marginale Domaine des Roches Neuves, biodynamic, full bodied Loire red, a cross between Burgundy and Claret, rich yet elegant, Loire at its best, only made in suitable fine vintages. Cuvée Marginale is a selection of the best grapes (tiny yields of 25hl/ha) put into barriques neuves, a felicitous amalgam of Bordeaux and Loire styles, The vines for the Marginale are situated on the superb clayey-limestone soil of Fosse de Chaintrés. This cuvée is only made in the best years when the grapes achieve a minimum of 13 degrees alcohol. Yields for the Marginale are a miniscule 25hl/ha; the grapes are macerated for 30-35 days, then the wine is placed in new oak to undergo malolactic fermentation. It will mature for 18-24 months depending on the vintage Is Vegan? Yes Bottle Size 750ml Production Method Biodynamic, Natural, Organic Producer Domaine Des Roches Neuves Country France Region Loire, France Vintage 2023 Wine Type Red Wine Wine Style Full bodied Grape Cabernet Franc Terroir Clayey-limestone soil of Fosse de Chaintrés Alcohol 12.5% ABV Maturation 18 - 24 months in barrels Total Sulphur Below 50mg/l Annual Production 0 - 5,000 bottles Ageing Potential Leave 5 years and will age much longer Food Matching Blue Cheese, Charcuterie, Red Meat
