Chateau de Villeneuve Saumur Champigny 2022 SF Chronicle This rum explodes on the

This rum explodes on the palate with apricot

carrying forward a tradition rooted in one of Italy's most dramatic landscapes

The interesting part is watching a young winemaker's ideas play out on a vineyard he is remaking in real time

and mineral notes that dance across the palate without heaviness

with a graceful and elegant nose

Chateau de Villeneuve Saumur Champigny 2022 SF Chronicle This rum explodes on theLoire Valley Cabernet Franc from 3540 year old vines on clay limestone in the shadow of a 15th century church steeple. Chteau de Villeneuve in Souzay Champigny is one of Saumur's most respected addresses for both Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc. Fermented in stainless steel and concrete, aged in a mix of large oak barrels, cement, and steel. The Loire's cooler climate preserves Cabernet Franc's natural herbaceous complexity alongside juicy fruita