{"title":"Clos Rougeard","description":"\u003cp\u003eClos Rougeard is based in Chacé, in the AOC Saumur-Champigny, where the Foucault family has cultivated vines since 1664. Eight generations have succeeded one another; the current reputation is the work of brothers Charly and Nady Foucault, who farmed the vineyards without synthetic chemicals. After Charly's death in December 2015, the estate passed to the Bouygues family in 2017, which left the range unchanged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFifteen hectares in twenty-five parcels on clay and limestone, Cabernet Franc for the reds and Chenin for the white. The wines age for two years in barriques and then in bottle in the tuffeau caves, with just four labels: Le Clos, Les Poyeux, Le Bourg and the Saumur blanc Brézé.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe STELT selection includes Saumur-Champigny 2016 and the 2014 in magnum. Provenance verified.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"clos-rougeard-saumur-champigny-2016-075","title":"Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny 2016 AOC 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eClos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny 2016 AOC 0,75l is a red wine from the Loire Valley made from old vines planted on clay-limestone soils, where cabernet franc expresses a mineral texture and depth that reflect the authentic character of the Saumur-Champigny terroir; the Saumur-Champigny appellation is interpreted here with a precision that prioritizes freshness, elegance, and longevity, offering a balance between aromatic maturity and lively acidity, ideal for a table that appreciates grilled meat or flavorful mushrooms. The history of producer Clos Rougeard is that of a family estate founded on attention to detail, careful agronomic practices, and a philosophy centered on terroir, with a tradition of sustainable cultivation and minimal intervention in the cellar, allowing the wine to evolve naturally. The production philosophy involves careful harvests, meticulous grape selection, and spontaneous fermentation in neutral vessels or concrete tanks, followed by aging in non-invasive containers that allow the fruit to express its complexity without being forced; the result is a structure distinguished by fine tannins, pronounced mineral drive, and persistent gustatory and aromatic elegance. Compared with other regional interpretations, Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny 2016 stands out for its balance and expressive purity: it is not excessively fleshy, but possesses a density that settles across a flavor profile with clear notes of cherry, black pepper, graphite, and lingering flavors reminiscent of woodland herbs; on the palate, freshness supports a creamy mouthfeel, with an elegant tannic structure and long persistence that evolves over time, making it one of the central expressions of the producer’s range and a reference point for those who love wines capable of accompanying evolution and wine discussion. For STELT, Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny 2016 embodies the idea of lived terroir, a choice of sober and refined style that rewards patience, care, and measured service, offering an authoritative presence in the premium segment and inviting those who taste it to consider time as a key ingredient in the tasting experience.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Clos Rougeard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778961224005,"sku":"CLOROU-SAUCHA-LOI-16-075","price":339.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Clos-Rougeard-Saumur-Champigny-2016-AOC-075l.jpg?v=1788874356"},{"product_id":"clos-rougeard-saumur-champigny-2014-15","title":"Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny 2014 AOC 1,5l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny 2014 AOC 1,5l is a bottle distinguished by its measured presence and promise of evolution over time, a Cabernet Franc red produced in Saumur-Champigny, a geographical area of the Loire known for gravel and clay soils and a climate that encourages slow ripening and aromatic depth that develops gradually. The choice of the magnum format enhances its texture and longevity, offering more harmonious maturation and a progression on the palate that can only be perceived as the years pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe producer Clos Rougeard is one of the Loire’s most respected names, for decades synonymous with a quiet yet firm consistency between terroir, traditional technique, and respect for the cellar as a laboratory of patience. The estate stands out for an approach that prioritizes attentive vineyard management, selective hand harvesting, and a pursuit of fruit purity—elements that have built its reputation and earned the trust of enthusiasts and experienced palates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe production philosophy is founded on a principle of minimal intervention: spontaneous fermentations, slow maturation, and aging in neutral vessels or small wooden containers, with restrained sulfite management and limited handling of the must. The result is a wine that expresses the density of the fruit without imitating external models, maintaining an incisive acidity that guides the structure and facilitates aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong its distinctive traits is a precision that makes the Clos Rougeard signature recognizable: elegant tannic texture, clear minerality, and a freshness that persists even through complex bottle evolution. Compared with other similar producers, this cuvée benefits from an approach that places the integrity of the terroir first and from maturation that does not sacrifice elegance for power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose reveals ripe red fruits, cherry, and redcurrant, accompanied by notes of green pepper, graphite, tea leaves, and a touch of humus reminiscent of the forest floor. On the palate, the texture is long and vibrant: silky tannins, a subtle spice, and a minerality aligned with a structure supported by acidity that is present but not intrusive. The long, refined finish leaves a trace of iron and earth that invites patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the Clos Rougeard range, this vintage holds an important position: it represents the ideal interpretation of the Saumur-Champigny terroir and serves as a reference for understanding consistency across different vintages. It is a bottle that invites slow tasting, in moments of conviviality as well as gastronomic reflection, where structured dishes find a natural and measured pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn line with the STELT positioning, this bottle embodies a pure, restrained character destined to evolve over time, a presence that enriches the table without ostentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Clos Rougeard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778961289541,"sku":"CLOROU-SAUCHA-LOI-14-15","price":899.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Clos-Rougeard-Saumur-Champigny-2014-AOC-15l.jpg?v=1788874358"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/collections\/Clos-Rougeard-Saumur-Champigny-2016-AOC-075l_47ed9897-bb8c-4d30-9e08-c65a2316718e.jpg?v=1790265335","url":"https:\/\/steltwines.com\/en\/collections\/clos-rougeard.oembed","provider":"STELT - Vini Pregiati \u0026 Champagne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}