2016 Coteaux du Loir Rouge
“CUVÉE DU ROSIER”

I’ve heard that a special combination of native yeasts and moldy stone walls in Pascal Janvier’s cellar allows for the fermentations to finish more quickly than those of his neighbors, giving his wines an edge in freshness. No doubt, where other Pineau d’Aunis can be unpolished or simple, this one is full of bright white pepper and floral notes followed by charming red fruit on the palate. It’s rustic, but with a purity that makes it downright classy.
—Emily Spillmann

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

• Vintage 2016
• Bottle Size 750mL
• Blend Pineau d'Aunis
• Appellation Coteaux du Loir
• Country France
• Region Loire
• Vineyard 25 years, 1.6 ha
• Soil Clay, Sand
• Winemaker Pascal Janvier
• Farming Lutte Raisonnée
• Alcohol 12%