Domaine des Sables Verts, an exciting venture taken over in 2019 by the dynamic duo Caroline Meurée and Hervé Maligne, presents their 2021 Chaintres Saumur Champigny. This red wine is crafted from 40-year-old Cabernet Franc vines grown on deep, sticky clay soils over limestone in the renowned 'Chaintres' parcel. The estate is committed to sustainable practices, holding HVE certification and actively pursuing full organic certification. The name 'Sables Verts' (green sands) refers to the unique greenish sand found in the region's top vineyards. The 2021 vintage underwent a 1.5-month maceration, followed by fermentation and 23 months of aging in 2.25 hectoliter barrels. 【Dynamic duo Caroline Meurée and Hervé Maligne's exciting new venture with a focus on sustainable practices and unique "green sand" terroir】, this is a dry, oaky, and tannic red wine made in a traditional, more conservative style. Tasting notes reveal black olives, leather, black fruit, and liberal oak lingering on the mid-length finish. Some tasters have noted a reductive quality on the nose, with a varietal characteristic of pepper, and occasionally a metallic or bitter coffee ground taste on the finish. 🍴 This wine is definitely one that 'needs food' to truly shine. Its robust tannins and savory notes make it an excellent partner for hearty dishes. Consider pairing it with roasted lamb, beef bourguignon, duck confit, or aged hard cheeses. For an Eastern pairing, think of braised pork belly or a rich Cantonese beef brisket stew. 🥂 The 2021 Chaintres Saumur Champigny has a drinking window from 2024 to 2028. It's a wine that benefits from being served with a meal, making it suitable for a rustic dinner party, a cozy evening by the fireplace, or a gathering with friends who appreciate traditionally styled Cabernet Franc.