Region: Touraine, Loire Valley, France
Grapes: 100% Cabernet Franc
Body: Medium
Notes: Juicy red cherry, crushed raspberry, and green peppercorn, with soft tannins and an earthy finish
Pairing: Grilled pork chops, lentil salad, or mushroom pâté
The Producer
Domaine des Pierrettes has farmed the flint and clay soils of Touraine, just off the Loire River, for over 50 years. "Pierrettes" means little stones in French, a nod to the stony terroir that shapes the estate's wines. Alongside its well-known Sauvignon Blanc, the domaine vinifies Cabernet Franc as a single-varietal red to showcase the grape's more vegetal, structured side.
The Wine
This Cabernet Franc is medium-bodied and food-driven, with juicy red cherry and crushed raspberry fruit set against green peppercorn spice and soft, approachable tannins. It finishes earthy and savory, the kind of Loire red built for the table rather than the cellar.
Region: Touraine, Loire Valley, France
Grapes: 100% Cabernet Franc
Body: Medium
Notes: Juicy red cherry, crushed raspberry, and green peppercorn, with soft tannins and an earthy finish
Pairing: Grilled pork chops, lentil salad, or mushroom pâté
The Producer
Domaine des Pierrettes has farmed the flint and clay soils of Touraine, just off the Loire River, for over 50 years. "Pierrettes" means little stones in French, a nod to the stony terroir that shapes the estate's wines. Alongside its well-known Sauvignon Blanc, the domaine vinifies Cabernet Franc as a single-varietal red to showcase the grape's more vegetal, structured side.
The Wine
This Cabernet Franc is medium-bodied and food-driven, with juicy red cherry and crushed raspberry fruit set against green peppercorn spice and soft, approachable tannins. It finishes earthy and savory, the kind of Loire red built for the table rather than the cellar.
What is natural wine?
Natural wine is wine made with minimal intervention from the winemaker, using organically or biodynamically grown grapes and without the addition of chemicals or additives such as sulfites. The result is a wine that is unique, expressive, and often has a more complex and nuanced flavor profile than conventional wines. Natural wine is also often associated with sustainable and ethical farming practices, making it a popular choice for those interested in environmentally friendly and socially responsible products.