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• dagij Likes this wine: 90 points

  November 28, 2020 - My last bottle of this vintage, and what a surprise! This is still incredibly young, color that is deep ruby at the core and only slightly brownish at the rim. Fresh and almost citrusy nose at first, but after a short while in the glass it evolves into that typical dusty, green pepper-like aroma with loads of black cherries in the background. No hints of tertiary aromas. Medium bodied, high acidity but still a very smooth mouth feel giving an impression of ripe citrus combined with black cherries and a hint of chocolate. Fascinating. The aftertaste is fresh and vivid with real persistence. A bit hot on the finish. This is almost unbelievably young, and will probably evolve positively for at least ten more years. It is quite amazing to think of that this is the entry level of wines from the domaine. A wine made for food, drink it with poultry or white meat.

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• Personal Opinion wrote:

  January 8, 2012 - restrained nose of dark fruit, licorice and mineral... with black cherry, black licorice, subtle leather, tobacco, and a healthy dose of chalky, saline, mineral on the palate... persistent, drying, dusty, chalky tannins... solid acid... drinkable now, though I believe some cellar time would benefit this bottle... overall, structured to age, with nothing to complain about... just a bit young today.. a solid, classic, Loire Cab Franc.

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• ludwigbpm wrote: 87 points

  November 13, 2009 - Sans notes

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• hutch wrote:

  August 21, 2009 - John David Selections (Conference room): Funky, burnt aromas. Seems almost over ripe. Tannic. Super drying. Not a fan, but this needed time, and unfortunately, I wasn't able to see this with more air.

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• milwaukeewino wrote:

  May 24, 2009 - Second bottle of an afternoon sitting outside of Thief Wine. Low abv (13%) was much appreciated. Nose of fresh red fruit, fresh herbs, and a pleasant touch of green earthiness. Palate was light and lively with smooth tannins and balanced acidity. Complex and interesting, fresh but flavorful. A very enjoyable bottle and one to keep on hand at under $20.

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Wine Definition

• Vintage 2006
• Type Red
• Producer Domaine des Roches Neuves
• Varietal Cabernet Franc
• Designation n/a
• Vineyard Terres Chaudes
• Country France
• Region Loire Valley
• SubRegion Anjou-Saumur
• Appellation Saumur-Champigny

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• In Cellars 37 (49%)
• Consumed 38 (51%)

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