2020 Clos Rougeard Saumur Champigny Le Bourg [V94] Subregion_Columbia Valley along with some Bourgogne Blanc

along with some Bourgogne Blanc as part of the deal which has enabled the purchase of the new Meursault and Beaune Teurons vineyards

"The latest rendition of the NV Brut Blanc Absolu is based on the 2012 vintage

The wine was allowed to go through malolactic fermentation to soften the naturally high acidity

Scents of vanilla and honey with smoky undertones hit the nose

offering juicy blackberry

2020 Clos Rougeard Saumur Champigny Le Bourg [V94] Subregion_Columbia Valley along with some Bourgogne BlancProducer: Clos Rougeard Region: Saumur, Loire Valley, France Varietal: Cabernet Franc Year: 2020 Vinous, 94 Points "The 2020 Le Bourg is a baby. This is not due to be released until March 2026 and you can see why: it is far too young. The 2020 provides the flavor of a big wine, but it's not a big wine, remaining just short of medium bodied. It sports intense concentration and richness, offering classical scents of smoky bacon and coffee grounds