Chateau de Bois-Brinçon, Anjou Rouge Le Clos des Causses 2020
A nose of ripe fruit, the palate is structured with a frank, very clean attack. Lots of freshness and a lovely velvety texture for this noble and charming Anjou Rouge.
$290
The vintage
Winery
Château de Bois-BrinçonAppellation & Region
Anjou, Loire ValleyBlend
60% Cabernet Franc, 40% Cabernet SauvignonSoil
Ostracated marlAlcohol Content
13%Average age of vines
25 yearsVineyards & Vinification
Le Clos des Cosses — Comes from one hectare of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon planted on hillsides from where you can see the city of Angers on a clear day. The terroir is composed of marl with ostracaceae. This vine was planted in 1999 and this vintage celebrated its tenth anniversary on the occasion of the first AB certified vintage.
Vinification: The bunches are destemmed. Maceration lasts for 7 to 15 days, for a gentle extraction of the grape tannins. The grapes are devatting in crates, then they are returned directly to the press. The wine will then be aged for 1 year in wood and 6 months in concrete vats.
The Winery
Situated in the heart of Anjou, Château de Bois-Brinçon is one of the region’s oldest vineyards. Founded in 1219 by the Saint Jean d’Angers hospital, it later came under the ownership of the Cailleau family in 1891 when Léon Cailleau purchased it. Today, the estate is stewarded by Xavier, a descendant of Léon, along with his wife Géraldine and their son Léandre — the sixth generation of the Cailleau family. Together, they farm their 24 hectares biodynamically, driven by a deep commitment to perpetuate tradition and reveal “the true face of the soil.”The Bois-Brinçon vineyards boast a rare diversity of soils and landscapes across six communes and eight distinct terroirs. What truly sets the estate apart is its “historical presence” of Chenin, Pineau d’Aunis, Grolleau, and Cabernet Franc, with vines averaging 50 years in age and some reaching up to 125 years.
With a dedication to capturing the unique character of each plot, Xavier meticulously practices plot-by-plot vinification. The resulting wines reflect this rich diversity, showcasing a unique character that is both graceful and complex.
