2021 Marquis de Surblet Chinon Cabernet Franc

From: Loire Valley, FranceVarietal: Cabernet Franc Taste: A good mix of fresh, crunchy black fruits with earthy, sweet herb notes and hints of pepper, leather, and graphite. Compared to the last vintage, the fruit of 2021 is more lifted and leans into cool, chiseled tones that suggest serving this wine with a slight chill. Additionally, this vintage is now bottled with a cork enclosure instead of a screw top. Pairing: This cheerful Chinon rouge would stand up nicely to any dish featuring charcuterie, pork, game, or meaty fish like salmon. At the shop, it has us craving a luscious duck rillette smeared generously onto good bread (keep scrolling for the recipe). You can find duck legs in the frozen section at PCC, but we suggest heading to the Beast and Cleaver or your local butcher to get them fresh. (Recipe below!) About. The Chinon appellation is situated within the Loire Valley’s most important region, Touraine; its vineyards extend along the stony slopes just south of the Loire rive