The 2023 Domaine Bernard Baudry Chinon Les Granges is a beautifully vibrant and energetic Cabernet Franc from one of Chinon’s benchmark producers in the Loire Valley. Produced from younger vines planted on sandy and gravelly soils near the Vienne River, the wine is crafted in a pure, fruit-driven style that highlights freshness, drinkability and varietal clarity. The nose reveals red cherry, raspberry and cranberry layered alongside violet, fresh herbs and subtle earthy notes, giving the wine impressive lift and aromatic charm.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with fine tannins, bright natural acidity and a supple mineral core. Layers of crunchy red berry fruit, gentle herbal complexity and delicate savoury spice are balanced by freshness and silky texture, finishing lively, precise and beautifully persistent with excellent balance and drinkability. Fermented and aged primarily in concrete tanks, the wine preserves the purity and transparency of Cabernet Franc without overt oak influence.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2023 Domaine Bernard Baudry Chinon Les Granges is a superb Loire Cabernet Franc — fresh, savoury and effortlessly drinkable with vibrant fruit and excellent regional character. Perfect with charcuterie, roast chicken, grilled sausages, mushroom dishes or casual bistro-style meals. Enjoy now through 2030+.
