“Made with native yeasts and aged in old oak, this wine is driven by its tannins, rich red fruit, and acidity. The wine comes from 30-year-old vines, delivering just the right concentration while retaining its vibrancy. Best enjoyed starting in 2021. ” (Wine Enthusiast 2019) Etienne de Bonnaventure produces a delicious Chinon here, with a clear, light red color, lovely notes of red fruit, and fullness on the palate.
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Eye
A fairly dark red color
Nose
On very ripe berries
Palate
Well-balanced, smooth, and beautifully fresh. The tannins are noticeable but are starting to round out...
Serve
At 16°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2021
Drink before
2026
Production
9,000 bottles
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with pork tenderloin with mango, ginger, and Sichuan pepper; Bordeaux-style porcini mushrooms; pheasant terrine; or stuffed squab...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
The new generation at the helm of Bonnaventure—Jean and Tatiana—is taking this historic estate to new heights in the finest possible way. The age of the vines and the shift toward organic farming are contributing to the growing success of this estate, which offers excellent value for the money. A highly recommended selection from a reputable producer.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2020 guide) 15/20 (Good wine)
Rated Estate (2026 Guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the wine:
This Cabernet Franc has a beautiful, lively character. It is entering a phase where it is still somewhat closed off. The Cabernet Franc’s lively character is still a bit restrained; it will open up over the next ten to fifteen years.
About the estate:
The estate has been in the Bonnaventure family since the Middle Ages, when the vineyards of the historic Clos de Turpenay were first planted. In 1988, Étienne and Pascale de Bonnaventure undertook the expansion of the estate. They revived the spirit of the great wines of Beaumont, the first tier of the Chinon appellation on the Loire River’s west bank, where Cabernets—under a more oceanic influence—gain a delicate, intricate character and refined fruitiness compared to those from the eastern part of the appellation. Today, Château de Coulaine produces a brilliant range of organic Chinons that combine fresh fruit with an elegant texture. The vintages do not obscure the expression of the terroirs: the suppleness (Beaumont’s clay and silica) in Château de Coulaine and the slender freshness of the clay-limestone soils in Les Picasses, the sun-kissed density in Clos de Turpenay (south-facing), and the chalky character of La Diablesse (in its old-vines version, north-facing). Jean de Bonnaventure, the son of Étienne and Pascale, who took over in January 2017, has brought new energy to defining these meticulously crafted and precise wines while preserving their unique character and sensibility. The faithful expression of the latest vintages deserves a second star.
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated 92/100
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
About the wine:
Made with native yeasts and aged in old oak barrels, this wine is driven by its tannins, rich red fruit, and acidity. The wine comes from 30-year-old vines, providing just the right concentration while retaining its vibrancy. Best enjoyed starting in 2021.
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