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Les Varesnes - 2010

The AOC Chinon (Chinon AOC) is located in the Loire Valley between Tours and Saumur, in the village of Cravant-les-coteaux.

An oceanic climate creates mild summers and winters in the region. Winter rains bring water necessary for the proper development of the vegetative cycle of the vine in the spring.

Aromatic palate :
A beautiful ruby red verging on garnet. The nose is moderate as more flavors will develop as the wine ages. Structure in the wine reveals its complexity supported by fine tannins.


Ageing potential :
two to five years




 Grape variety		 : 
100 % Cabernet Franc

 Age of vines		 : 
25-35 years

 Pruning		 : 
Guyot simple

 Soil		 : 
gravel, clay