Grapes: Grolleau
Region: VDF
Vintage: 2023
Viticulture: Organic
Soils: Limestone + Clay
Vinification: 10-day carbonic maceration with native yeasts in fiberglass tanks, followed by a short élevage of 3-6 months in concrete or fiberglass.
Aging: 5 months in barrels
Fining or Filtering: None
Sulfur: Minimal added
Notes from the Importer: Domaine Bobinet came into being in 2002 when Sébastien's maternal grandparents gave him two hectares of vineyards in Saumur, in the Loire Valley (France) and he decided to create his own winemaking project under the influence of natural vignerons such as Olivier Cousin.
However, Domaine Bobinet really began to take off when Emeline, a former dancer and sommelier by training, became a partner in the project. It was then that they acquired more vineyards and decided to try other varieties in addition to Cabernet franc and Chenin, with the constant concern of maintaining sustainable, healthy and ethical activity as a starting point.
This light-bodied red pours a brilliant ruby with a slight purple shimmer. The nose bursts with spicy blackberries, red cherries, and a touch of pepper, evoking a basket of fresh-picked berries dusted with earth. On the palate, it’s juicy and crunchy, with bright acidity, soft tannins, and a refreshing, mineral-driven finish that lingers with a hint of sauvage charm.
