Light, fruity reds with a pale ruby robe, soft tannins and an airy palate with moderate acidity, showing undemonstrative aromas of southern red fruits. Discreet rustic profile. Almost vanished from commercial cultivation, preserved in INRAE varietal collections, forming part of the pre-phylloxera heritage varieties studied for their genetic interest. Rare French black grape formerly grown in the Southwest.

Informations about the Domaine des Forges - Branchereau

The winery offers 36 different wines.

Its wines get an average rating of 3.9.

It is in the top 44 of the best estates in the region

It is located in Anjou in the region of Loire Valley

The Domaine des Forges - Branchereau is one of of the world's great estates. It offers 38 wines for sale in the of Anjou to come and discover on site or to buy online.

The wine region of Anjou

Loire mosaic between schist (black Anjou) and tuffeau (white Anjou): signature Chenin as the white king (≥80%) — dry to sweet with notes of citrus, apple, pear, quince, mirabelle, honey and a mineral touch, racy natural acidity and great ageing on the best. Cabernet Franc in fruity, supple reds (strawberry, cherry, raspberry, violet) and in indulgent off-dry rosés. Grolleau and Pineau d'Aunis as support. AOC of Maine-et-Loire, mild oceanic climate, moderate yields.

The wine region of Loire Valley

Kingdom of lively, dry whites and fine sparklers. Mineral, taut Sauvignon Blanc (Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé) with citrus and gunflint notes. Multiform Chenin Blanc (Vouvray, Savennières, Layon): straight dry, floral off-dry or noble sweet honey-quince. Saline, iodised Muscadet (Melon B.