Domaine des Sables Verts Les Poyeux
A captivating Red wine with ripe blackcurrant, sweet spice, and velvety tannins, perfect with roasted meats
Domaine des Sables Verts `Les Poyeux` Saumur-Champigny, France, presents a captivating dry red still wine crafted from 100% Cabernet Franc. Fermented with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel, it undergoes 16 months of ageing in oak barrels, developing a full and velvety texture with supple tannins. Expect layers of ripe blackcurrant, blueberry, and sweet spice, beautifully balanced by hints of grilled red peppers and eucalyptus. This vegan and vegetarian-friendly wine offers brilliant freshness, making it an excellent companion to roasted meats or mature cheeses.
75.0CL , 13.5% ABV , Vintage: 2022
Vinification
The grapes were hand harvested and transferred into stainless steel tanks by gravity. Following a 20 day period of maceration, the wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks using indigenous yeasts. Sulphite levels were kept at a minimum and 'Les Poyeux' was then aged for 16 months in barrels and lightly filtered prior to bottling.
Flavour profile
This captivating Cabernet Franc offers a pure expression of its varietal, defined by layers of ripe blackcurrant, blueberry, and sweet spice. Hints of grilled red peppers and eucalyptus complement a full, velvety palate, supported by supple tannins and brilliant freshness.
Serving recommendation
Serve at 12-14°C. Decanting for 30 minutes will enhance its complex aromas.