Le Reveur - Anjou Villages 2020

Type: Red
Alcohol: 13%
Vintage: 2020
Size: 750ml
Closure: Cork
Varieties: 50% Cabernet Franc, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon
Structure: Full-bodied
Terroir: The 35-year-old vines of Le Rêveur thrive in clay-sandy soils layered over weathered schist, an ideal combination for water management and root penetration. This terroir, paired with sustainable vineyard care-including simple Guyot pruning, spring debudding, and leaf thinning—ensures balanced vine growth. Soil management across all rows promotes deep root systems, helping the vines withstand fluctuations in water availability. This meticulous approach allows the vineyard to produce grapes with concentrated flavours and balanced acidity.
Harvest: Hand-picked in small, ventilated crates to prevent crushing. Grapes undergo rigorous selection to ensure only the healthiest, perfectly ripe fruit is used.
Winemaking: The winemaking process features a month-long maceration with indigenous yeasts in concrete tanks. Aging: For 12 months in a combination of oak barrels (two-thirds) and amphoras (one-third). This dual approach integrates oak's subtle complexity and the finesse imparted by amphoras' minimal oxygen exchange.

On the Nose: The aromatic bouquet is rich and layered, offering enticing aromas of ripe fruits such as blackcurrant and plum. These are complemented by spicy notes of clove and subtle earthy nuances, adding depth and complexity.

On the Palate: The wine delivers a lush and velvety mouthfeel, with a harmonious balance of ripe fruit flavours, fine tannins, and well-integrated spices. Its medium to full body leads to a long, smooth, and elegant finish that lingers on the palate.

Pairing & Cellaring: Le Rêveur 2020 is a versatile red that complements hearty and rustic dishes. Its rich fruit profile and structured tannins make it a superb match for traditional French dishes like boeuf bourguignon, lamb shank, or beef terrine highlight the wine's depth and elegance.
Enjoy with semi-soft cheeses, which accentuate its velvety texture and earthy undertones.

Le Rêveur 2020 is a wine with excellent aging potential. While approachable now, it will continue to develop and evolve gracefully over the next years. With proper cellaring, its tannins will soften further, and its flavour complexity will deepen, offering even greater nuance and refinement.