2022 Château de la Bonnelière Chinon, Loire Valley, France

2022 Château de la Bonnelière Chinon, Loire Valley, France

On the nose, it reveals a dense, concentrated bouquet—red and black fruit is prominent, joined by mineral graphite, truffle, and smoky, underbrush notes reminiscent of forest soil. Tasting notes cite black truffle, graphite and an earthy, classic Loire character. The palate is full-bodied and firm, with pulpy red‐berry flesh, well-wrapped tannins, and a layered mouthfeel. Expect flavors of ripe redcurrant and black cherry, with savory nuances—tobacco, dark earth, and a pleasing mineral grip—leading to a long structured finish.

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ABOUT THIS WINE

The wine is 100% Cabernet Franc, drawn from vines around 40 years old (and estate holdings dating to 1846) growing on soils including gravel, clay–limestone, and silica close to the Vienne River. It reflects both Chinon's diverse soils and Plouzeau's organic philosophy. With aging potential through the early 2030s, it’s a wine worth both enjoying now or cellaring for savored development.

ABOUT THIS PROUCER

Marc Plouzeau, now the fourth generation at the helm, converted the estate to certified organic farming starting in 1999 and oversees 18–33 hectares of vineyards in Chinon. His holdings comprise several terroirs—Les Lisons (clay‑limestone), Les Galets (gravel), Chapelle (flint/clay), and Clos de la Bonnelière—each expressed in different cuvées. The flagship 4ème Génération bottling is made from estate vines and aged in demi‑muids for around 12 months, capturing both structure and elegance.

Details:

Grape(s) Cabernet Franc
Farming Organic