92POINTS
Label shown for illustration purposes.
Actual label may vary.
Chinon Rouge Les Picasses by Jean-Maurice Raffault 2016
Chinon Rouge Les Picasses
by Jean-Maurice Raffault 2016
Availability: Sold Out
$27.95
($335.40 per case)
Oops! This sold out quickly.
Signup here to get notified when this product comes back in stock. Shouldn't be too long.
Producer : Jean-Maurice Raffault
Region : France (France), Loire (France)
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Food Pairing : Breads, Ham, Hard Cheese, Red Meat, Vegetables
Tasting Notes
"This wine is richly structured and still densely tannic. With its ripe red fruits and firm tannins, the wine is destined for aging. Coming from the plateau above the town of Chinon, the wine has density and longevity."
92 Points - Wine Enthusiast, May 2019
Specs
| Bottles Per Case | 12 Pack |
|---|---|
| Point Score | 92 |
| Bottle Size | 750 ml |
| Producer | Jean-Maurice Raffault |
| Region | France (France), Loire (France) |
| Alcohol | 12.5% alc./vol. |
| Style | Warm and spicy reds |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Farming Method | Sustainable, Traditional |
| Grapes | 100% Cabernet Franc |
| Food Pairing | Breads, Ham, Hard Cheese, Red Meat, Vegetables |
| Descriptors | Fruity |
| Wine Type | Red |
| Wood Presence | Oaked |
| Body | Medium |
| Price of Case | $335.40 |
The Producer
Jean-Maurice Raffault
Fourteen generations ago, the Raffault family, led by Jean-Maurice Raffault and Rodolphe Raffault, ventured into vine cultivation in Chinon. Their ancestor, Mathurin Bottreau, initiated this legacy in 1693 by acquiring the first parcel of vines. Presently, Domaine Jean-Maurice Raffault oversees 50 hectares of organically farmed vines across seven communes.
The late Jean-Maurice Raffault, a prominent figure in Chinon, significantly impacted local winemaking practices upon assuming control of the family domaine in 1973. Departing from polyculture, he exclusively focused on cultivating wine grapes. Starting with the 4.5 hectares inherited from his father, he strategically purchased and planted some of Chinon's finest sites, expanding the domaine to 50 hectares. Notably, he pioneered the vinification of each parcel separately, ensuring the distinctiveness of each terroir and labelling the wines with the names of individual sites—a groundbreaking practice at the time. Rodolphe Raffault took the reins in 1997, following his oenology studies at Dijon University.
In terms of vinification, the maceration period spans 15 to 28 days. Rodolphe upholds the tradition of aging Chinons in neutral oak casks aged over 10 years. The expansive cellar, housing 900 barrels, stands as the region's largest. Maturation unfolds over 18 months in three extensive caves carved into limestone cliffs, maintaining a constant temperature of 56 degrees and 85% humidity. Racking is executed in the traditional barrel-to-barrel manner, aiding in wine clarification, followed by fining with egg whites. Notably, the wines remain unfiltered, and all productions attained organic certification in 2021.
Consider These Great Finds
-
$54.99
-
$199.99
Reviews for Chinon Rouge Les Picasses by Jean-Maurice Raffault 2016
It's important to remember that taste is subjective, and personal preferences play a significant role.
INFORMATION
- Reviews
- About Us
- Contact Us
- Knowledge Sharing
- Wine University
- Terms of Service
- Privacy Policy
- Site Map
- Shipping Policy
- Delivery Locations We Cover
- Shop by Winery
- Shop by Wine Region
- Employment Opportunities
- Beer Online - Better Beer Delivered! (a Wineonline.ca Company)
- Join Our Referral Program
- Domaine Selections Wine Importer Canada
WHY CHOOSE
BEST WINES BY REGION
- Barossa Valley, Australia
- Bordeaux, France
- Burgundy, France
- Clare Valley, Australia
- Douro, Portugal
- Loire, France
- Madeira, Portugal
- Mendoza, Argentina
- McLaren Vale, Australia
- Mosel, Germany
- Napa Valley, USA
- Piedmont, Italy
- Priorat, Spain
- Rioja, Spain
- Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Tuscany, Italy
- Yarra Valley, Australia
MY ACCOUNT
X
You have no items in your shopping cart.
NO HASSLE RETURNS
We never want our clients to be any less than 100% satisfied with any purchase from WineOnline.ca. Should you be unsatisfied for any reason, the remaining bottles can be exchanged or returned for store credit within 60 days of purchase. We will even come pick them up!
