Domaine Nau Bourgueil 2023.
Wine Name: Domaine Nau
Appellation: AOC Bourgueil, Loire Valley
Vintage: 2023
Grape Varieties: 100% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol Content: 12.5% ABV
Maturation: Aged 6 months in stainless steel tanks to preserve varietal purity and freshness. No oak.
Tasting Note:
From the heart of the Loire Valley’s northern bank, Domaine Nau’s 2023 Bourgueil is a beautifully expressive take on Cabernet Franc—vivid, fragrant, and effortlessly elegant. In the glass, it gleams a limpid ruby, releasing a perfume cloud of crushed blackberries, blackcurrant jam, and subtle hints of Sichuan pepper and bay leaf. The hallmark leafy lift of Loire Cabernet Franc adds dimension without austerity.
The palate is poised and medium-bodied, gliding with silky grace and a succulent, fruit-laden core. Notes of juicy plum and forest berries mingle with soft spice and gentle earth, supported by ultra-fine tannins and a fresh, sapid finish. A touch of savoury minerality lingers, inviting another sip.
Perfect for lovers of Pinot Noir or red Burgundy seeking a slightly more floral and vibrant edge. Drink now through 2029 with roast chicken, grilled duck breast, or mushroom risotto.
