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Jean-Maurice Raffault 2004 Clos des Capucins Cabernet Franc (Chinon)
This is a rich fruitcake-flavored wine, with pure fresh fruits over layers of tannins. It is delicious and ready to drink, packed with fruit and tannins.
— R.V.
(10/1/2007)
Jean-Maurice Raffault 2004 Les Picasses Red (Chinon)
- $16
This comes from the plateau above the river Vienne, an area where the soil is a mix of clay and chalk. With its vanilla and toast over red, spicy fruit, with a touch of smokiness, this is smooth, ripe and elegant.
— R.V.
(4/1/2007)
Jean-Maurice Raffault 2005 Les Galuches Cabernet Franc (Chinon)
- $15
This is one of Raffault’s single-vineyard wines, coming from the first slope above the Loire. It is delicate, with light, fresh red fruits and a good smoky edge. This is ready to drink now; might age for another year.
— R.V.
(4/1/2007)
Jean-Maurice Raffault 2005 Cabernet Franc (Chinon)
- $12
This is the lightest of the five reds from Jean-Maurice Raffault, a blend of different parcels and soils. It is fresh, packed with red cherry fruit flavors, and should be enjoyed this summer.
— R.V.
(4/1/2007)
Jean-Maurice Raffault 2006 Cabernet Franc (Chinon)
- $12
To judge by this fresh, crisply fruity example, 2006 is a great year for rosé on the Loire. It has lively raspberry flavors and a great burst of finishing acidity. Delicious.
— R.V.
(4/1/2007)
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