2023 Olga Raffault Chinon “Les Barnabés”, Loire Valley, France
ABOUT THIS WINE
"Les Barnabés" comes from sandy, gravelly alluvial soils near the Loire River, producing a lighter, more immediately accessible style of Chinon. Organically farmed and fermented with native yeasts in tank, the wine is aged in stainless steel to preserve its purity and freshness. This cuvée is typically the earliest-released of Raffault’s reds, emphasizing vibrant fruit, drinkability, and a classic Loire Valley profile.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Domaine Olga Raffault is a historic family estate in Chinon, with generations dedicated to producing Cabernet Franc-based wines in the Véron area between the Loire and Vienne rivers. The domaine farms organically across multiple terroirs, crafting wines that range from light and expressive to structured and age-worthy. Their commitment to tradition and terroir has made them a benchmark producer for classic, authentic Chinon.
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ABOUT THIS WINE
"Les Barnabés" comes from sandy, gravelly alluvial soils near the Loire River, producing a lighter, more immediately accessible style of Chinon. Organically farmed and fermented with native yeasts in tank, the wine is aged in stainless steel to preserve its purity and freshness. This cuvée is typically the earliest-released of Raffault’s reds, emphasizing vibrant fruit, drinkability, and a classic Loire Valley profile.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Domaine Olga Raffault is a historic family estate in Chinon, with generations dedicated to producing Cabernet Franc-based wines in the Véron area between the Loire and Vienne rivers. The domaine farms organically across multiple terroirs, crafting wines that range from light and expressive to structured and age-worthy. Their commitment to tradition and terroir has made them a benchmark producer for classic, authentic Chinon.
