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L'Arcestral - 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 :
An expressive red with fantastic balance between wood and wine. Garnet in color with a lightly toasted aroma of blackberries. Generosity can be found on the lively palate with deep tangy tannins preserving all of the wine's flavors and freshness.


Ageing potential :
excellent




 Grape variety		 : 
100 % Cabernet Franc

 Harvests		 : 
harvested by hand, 100% destemmed

 Age of vines		 : 
45 years

 Pruning		 : 
Guyot simple

 Soil		 : 
gravel, clay