Le Petit Saint Vincent - Saumur Champigny

The 2021 Cabernet Franc from Le Petit Saint Vincent in Saumur, France is a remarkable wine. Dominique Joseph, fondly known as 'Pelo' by his mates, is the fourth - generation winemaker of Domaine le Petit Saint Vincent. This wine comes from his 13 - hectare vineyard in the center of Samur Champigny, with 12 hectares dedicated to growing Cabernet Franc. The grapes are organically farmed in clay and limestone soil and are from the youngest vines in the vineyard. Vinified and aged completely in cement, it has a rich nose full of black fruit scents that carry over to the palate along with subtly spiced flavors. It's an ideal match for barbequed chicken.

To enjoy this wine, simply open the bottle and let it breathe for about 30 minutes. This will enhance the flavors and aromas. You can serve it at a cool room temperature, around 60 - 64°F. When it comes to food pairing, as mentioned, it goes great with barbequed chicken, but it can also pair well with other grilled meats like lamb chops. After opening, if you don't finish the bottle, you can re - cork it and store it in the refrigerator. It should stay good for a couple of days, but the flavors may start to fade a bit over time. Always handle the bottle gently to avoid disturbing the sediment that may have formed during aging.