Clos Rougeard 2018 Saumur-Champigny – Loire Valley, France A highly sought-after and collectible bottle from Clos Rougeard, one of the most iconic and prestigious producers of the Loire Valley and a reference estate for Cabernet Franc. This 2018 Saumur-Champigny comes from the historic Foucault family estate, whose wines have achieved cult status among collectors and fine-wine enthusiasts worldwide. Clos Rougeard is renowned for its extremely limited production, traditional winemaking and remarkable ageing potential. The 2018 vintage was a warm and generous year in the Loire, producing ripe, concentrated Cabernet Franc with excellent depth and structure, while retaining the freshness and elegance characteristic of Saumur-Champigny. Clos Rougeard’s Cabernet Franc is celebrated for its combination of red and black fruit, cassis, blackberry, violet, tobacco and savoury earthy nuances, supported by fine tannins and refreshing acidity. With bottle age, the wine can develop further tertiary complexity and elegance. This is a particularly attractive bottle for collectors seeking rare, distinctive and highly sought-after Loire wines from one of the region’s cult producers. Producer: Clos Rougeard Wine: Saumur-Champigny Vintage: 2018 Appellation: Saumur-Champigny AOC Region: Loire Valley, France Grape variety: Cabernet Franc Bottle size: 750 ml Colour: Red Storage & Condition The bottle has been carefully stored in a professional wine cellar/wine cabinet under appropriate conditions since purchase. It has been kept away from light and temperature fluctuations, making it suitable for collectors. The bottle will be professionally packaged for shipping, using secure protective wine packaging designed to minimise the risk of movement or damage during transportation. A rare opportunity to acquire a well-preserved bottle of Clos Rougeard from the highly regarded 2018 vintage.