Winemaker Description
100% Cabernet Franc. 2022 is the first vintage for the new entry-level Chinon from Raffault. The fruit comes from very young vines in sandy, flat parcels near the winery not far from the the Vienne River. The farming is certified-organic and the harvest is manual.
The berries are destemmed but not crushed and fermented with native yeasts in tank with a ...Show More >
Winemaker Description
100% Cabernet Franc. 2022 is the first vintage for the new entry-level Chinon from Raffault. The fruit comes from very young vines in sandy, flat parcels near the winery not far from the the Vienne River. The farming is certified-organic and the harvest is manual.
The berries are destemmed but not crushed and fermented with native yeasts in tank with a maceration of about 15 days. The wine is aged in stainless steel tanks for about 6 months before bottling. This vin de soif has a pretty and playful label that complements its style perfectly.
Memo Summary Notes
The Olga Raffault Chinon "La Fraîch" 2024 is a relatively new addition to the legendary estate’s lineup. While Raffault is famous for structured, long-lived reds like Les Picasses, "La Fraîch" is their modern, early-drinking vin de soif (wine for thirst).
Terroir: Sourced from very young vines planted on flat, sandy parcels near the Vienne River. The sandy soil is key to the wine's light, approachable character compared to the heavy clay/limestone of their other cuvées.
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This is a perfect candidate for a slight chill (around 12–14°C or 55°F) to emphasize its freshness.
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Food Pairings: Excellent with charcuterie, grilled sausages, goat cheese (Chèvre), or even slightly spicy vegetarian dishes.
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