Les Luthines, Chinon, 2020, WSA (Without Addes Sulfites)

› THE STORY This wine is elaborated by one of the few wine cellars in France managed by an institution reserved for handicapped people and aiming at their social and professional integration or reintegration. › LOCATION The vineyard is located near Chinon, a small picturesque town of 9000 inhabitants, situated near the Loire River, and birthplace of Rabelais, a famous French philosopher and writer of the Renaissance › TERROIR Clay and sandy soils › IN THE VINEYARD Everything is done (pruning, soil work, disbudding, etc.) to give the best quality grapes possible. › VINIFICATION This cuvée is vinified without the addition of sulfites. The grapes are totally destemmed and the fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 24°C. Traditional maceration of 15 days, light pumping over. › CÉPAGES Cabernet franc : 100% › SERVING To be served ideally between 14-17°C › AGEING POTENTIAL Enjoy all year long, 2 to 3 years › TASTING NOTES Dark and purple color. The powerful and floral nose seduces with its notes of violet, ripe fruit and grilled bell pepper. The mouth is ample, structured, balanced by its supple and salivating tannins. › FOOD AND WINE PAIRINGS Ideal on white meats, charcuteries, grilled and roasted meat and salads, but also on Asian cuisine