Roche Bleue NV (24/25) Coteaux du Loir La Belle D'Aunis

The talented Sébastien Cornille is making some of the most beautiful wines in Jasnières and the Coteaux du Loir - The "Belle d'Aunis" is 100% Pineau d'Aunis from old vines in clay with silex soils over limestone in the Coteaux du Loir; 2 to 3 week semi-carbonic maceration in foudre, slow pressing followed by one year of aging in 1 to 3 year-old barrels. This is old-vine Pineau d'Aunis made in a style that preserves the delicacy and beauty of the fruit. The new release, blend of 2024 and 2025 vintages, shows lovely very floral aromas of violets, red currant, strawberry and herbs. The palate is sapid and ripe, with dense red fruits, spice and earth but wonderfully fresh and bright in the long finish. Serve cool with just about anything!