Langlois Saumur-Champigny Rouge Vieilles Vignes 2018

The Langlois Saumur-Champigny Rouge Vieilles Vignes 2018 is a distinguished Cabernet Franc from the Loire Valley, crafted from 50-year-old vines that impart exceptional concentration and depth. This expression from the revered Langlois-Chateau estate showcases the elegance of the Saumur-Champigny appellation. It presents a vibrant ruby color and opens with classic Cabernet Franc aromatics: ripe red berries, subtle bell pepper, and a distinctive mineral earthiness. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with a beautiful structure, offering plush tannins and refreshing acidity. Notes of blackcurrant, raspberry, and tobacco leaf culminate in a long, refined finish. This wine is superb now but possesses the structure to age gracefully over the next five to seven years. It pairs exquisitely with roasted poultry or mushroom dishes.