Charles Joguet 2009 Clos du Chêne Vert (Chinon)

Country: France / Loire Valley
Variety: Cabernet Franc
Winery: Charles Joguet / Clos du Chêne Vert

This is firmly, tannic, the product of oak cask fermentation as well as aging. The tannins promise long aging, while the ripe black jelly fruit character brings out the richness of the vintage.