The Coudray-Montpensier estate, located in the Chinon appellation, is composed of old vines and parcels planted just over 10 years ago and the entire vineyard covers an area of 30 hectares. Here, each parcel is tended with great care, to ensure that the geological identity of the soils is respected. The vines on the limestone clay soils deliver aromatic, powerful and structured wines; in the sandy plains the results are supple and fruity.

The Fruit is cold soaked directly after being harvested and destemmed. This technique increased the extraction of aromas and soft tannins. Post fermentation, the wine is kept under marc for alcoholic maceration for 5 to 12 days. The “Cuvée Reserve” has been vinified in order to obtain full body dry wines and to keep the fruits and the freshness. Each plot is vinified and aged separately in small stainless steel vat. 100% of this cuvée has been aged in oak barrels (new and 1 to 3 years old) before to be blend.

Mouthwatering acidity makes Cabernet Franc an incredibly food-friendly wine, helping to cut through the richness of fatty meat dishes. It especially shines in tandem with lamb, and its affinity for the spice cabinet allows it to pair perfectly with Chinese dishes prepared with Szechuan pepper and five-spice.