Domaine Yannick Amirault - La Source 2020
15/20
Bettane & Desseauve
"Fruit in its purest form"
A wine made from the estate’s youngest vines that once again showcases the fine work of its creator, Yannick Amirault. The fruit is clearly present, accompanied by superb body and a pleasant roundness. The ripeness of the grapes plays a major role, as does the care taken during winemaking. Delicious and supple!
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Eye
Bright, vibrant color
Nose
Delicate, slightly spicy, with notes of peony
Palate
Lively and sweet, with a hint of spice and peony notes
Serve
Decant at 16°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink before
2023
Food and Wine Pairings
It pairs very well with cold cuts, grilled fish or fish in sauce, white meats...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2021 guide) 15/20 (2019 vintage) (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
Yannick and Benoît Amirault are perfectionist winemakers who made a natural transition to organic farming. They cultivate 19 hectares of Cabernet Franc, two-thirds of which are in Bourgueil and the rest in Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, with a rich heritage of old vines in each area.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2026 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
With vineyards in Saint-Nicolas and Bourgueil, Yannick Amirault is one of the most reliable names in these two appellations. His son Benoît now cultivates the estate’s 19 hectares using organic methods.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
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 estate:
Benoît arrived at the family estate in Bourgueil in 2003 to continue the family venture started by his father, Yannick, in 1997. Two-thirds of the vineyards are located in Bourgueil, with the remainder in the neighboring Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil appellation. You can sense the winemakers’ perfectionism and their commitment to expressing the terroirs through Cabernet Franc wines that are silky smooth and refined, yet retain vibrant fruit. The estate has been certified organic since 2009, and the wines gain in purity each year thanks to increasingly precise winemaking techniques (truncated-cone wooden vats, barrels, and stoneware jars). The 2022 and 2023 vintages delight us with their frank, clean expression and finesse.
Customer Rating
3.1/5
based on 8 reviews
Review by Ms. ALEXANDRA L. Posted on May 19, 2021
Bouchonne
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Review by Mr. GILLES D. Published on May 11, 2021
A pleasant, light, fruity Cabernet Franc (notably cherry, with a hint of cinnamon), with good body. Still marked by its aging and tight tannins, it’s a bit austere on the palate. The finish is slightly acidic and peppery. At a comparable price, I prefer the Côte 50. Rating = 3. Paired with mogettes beans and braised Vendée ham.
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Review by Mr. BENOIT C. Published on October 17, 2022
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Review by Mr. MICHEL L. Published on August 27, 2022
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Review by Mr. GILDAS R. Published on August 19, 2022
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Review by Mr. JEAN MICHEL J. Published on January 17, 2022
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Review and comment by Mr. FREDERIC M. Posted on August 16, 2021
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Review and comment by Mr. DAVID V. Posted on May 9, 2021
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