Domaine de La Noblaie
Domaine de La Noblaie Les Chiens - Chiens
Red wine
4.6
Expert Rating
3.9
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Domaine de La Noblaie Les Chiens - Chiens is made by Jérôme Billard who has taken over the reins of the family business in recent years. Jérôme trained with Moueix in Bordeaux and California, and later in New Zealand, and returned to the domaine with a fresh outlook but a great respect for the integrity of Chinon’s grapes, working organically since 2008. This wine is produced from hand-harvested grapes. After crushing, the juice and solids are moved through the cellar by gravity. The grapes from these plots develop a full-bodied, spicy character during some 20 days of maceration. Aging takes place for 15 months in large 500 liter barrels on lees to soft the wine without marking it with oak aromas. The result is a refreshingly herbal, dark, chewy, and intense wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Domaine de La Noblaie Les Chiens - Chiens offers a captivating bouquet of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, accompanied by subtle floral notes.There is also a hint of earthiness, adding depth and complexity to the aroma profile.
The palate reveals crunchy red fruit flavors complemented by delicate herbal undertones. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and velvety texture. The finish is long and lingering.
EXPERT RATING
4.6
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2027
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Cabernet Franc
ORIGINS
Winery: Domaine de La Noblaie
Region: Loire Valley
The Loire Valley is a wine region located in the central and western part of France, stretching from the Atlantic coast to the Central Massif. It is renowned for its stunning landscapes with castles, its rich history and its diverse range of wines.
The Loire Valley has been producing wine since the Roman era, and it has been an important wine-producing region for centuries. In the Middle Ages, the wines of the Loire Valley were highly sought after by the French court. Today, the region is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
3.9
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