Description
David Schildknecht: Tasted from multiple barrels (largely used
Bordeaux First Growth and new handiwork from a local tonnelier),
the materials for Clos Rougeard's basic 2009 Saumur-Champigny –
from parcels on relatively clay-rich soil – were gassy from recent
completion of malo but a wonderful combination of fresh, tart-edged
blackberry and elderberry; tobacco-, peat- and black tea-like
smokiness; along with chalk and iodine made for an intensely
aromatic, palate-staining show that finished with vibrant
interaction of meats, juicy berries, and minerals. This combines
verve and brightness with seamless richness and is apt to make for
a wine that will demand at least a couple of years in bottle and be
worth following for 6-8. The portion in new Loire barrels
incidentally – and employing any new wood on this cuvee represents
an experiment prompted by the vintage – was nearly black, sweetly
ripe, but very firm in feel, and while seemingly full of pent-up
energy, was surprisingly no more evolved than the wine from older
barriques.
Wine Specs
- Vintage: 2009
- Producer: Clos Rougeard Saumur Champigny
- Volume: 750ml
- Case Size: 6/case
Supplier: WineCave (Dropship)
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