Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny 2017 ALBARINO elegant expression of Piedmont’s calling

elegant expression of Piedmont’s calling card grape

Hints of orange blossom are joined by intense pear and nectarine notes on the lively nose

along with a plush texture and just enough earthiness to give it some real depth

The combination of the unique growing conditions and soil types allow winemakers to produce interesting wines of character and elegance for a fraction of the price of their counterparts in the United States or Europe

Another banger from Filipe Camarena at El Pandillo

Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny 2017 ALBARINO elegant expression of Piedmont’s callingClos Rougeard is the without question the Loire Valley's most sought after producer of red wine. The apotheosis of Cabernet Franc. Deeply structured and showing intense spice and floral tones, this wine ages beautifully.