Clos Rougeard, Saumur Champigny Bourg other_regions_australia Moderate wood influence frames the

Moderate wood influence frames the ripe and fresh aromas of mostly petrol

ginger root and acacia blossom

The searing tannin and backward expression are reminiscent of a Serralunga Barolo

The wine is the same

frangipane and white flower-scented bouquet with subtle nougat scents in the background lending it an exotic edge

Clos Rougeard, Saumur Champigny Bourg other_regions_australia Moderate wood influence frames theThis barrel sample expresses liquorice, vanilla and dark fruits, but there's also a Burgundian undercurrent of Morello cherry that comes to the fore. Finely etched tannins provide the foundation for this outstanding 2017.