COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Earl Demois
REGION
Loire Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine de Doulaye Vielles Vignes is a 100% Cabernet Franc from the Chinon AOC in the Loire Valley, produced by Earl Demois. The wine is made from old vines, aged between 45-50 years, contributing to its character. Fabien Demois, the fifth generation of his family to make wine, manages the estate, which is DEMETER certified. The vineyard is situated in Cravant-Les-CĂ´teaux, known for its calcareous soils, which are conducive to growing Cabernet Franc. The 2020 vintage is characterized by its fruit expression and structure.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vine age: 45-50 years old
Fact 02
Fifth-generation winemaking family
Fact 03
DEMETER certified biodynamic
Fact 04
1-star rating in Guide Hachette des Vins 2023
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine de Doulaye Vielles Vignes involves hand-harvesting ripe grapes to achieve a fruit-forward profile. Fermentation occurs in concrete tanks, preserving the varietal character. Aging is a blend of concrete tanks and French oak barrels, with 20% of the wine spending 12 months in oak. This approach aims to balance fruit purity with subtle structural complexity.
