“La cuisine de ma mère (“My mother’s cooking” in French) develops an expressive nose dominated by blackcurrant aromas. A red Chinon wine with beautiful acidity that combines flavors of red fruits with beautiful nuances of liquorice and peppermint. The Cabernet Franc reveals a wine imbued with beautiful substance and freshness. Domaine Grosbois has accustomed us to producing divine wines and this “La Cuisine de ma Mère” cuvée is a fine example of that, once again. To be savored with a nice “chicken à la basquaiqe” or a beef stir-fry.
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La Cuisine de ma Mère from Domaine Grosbois is a warm tribute to family roots and the winegrowing traditions embedded in the heart of Chinon. This vibrant cabernet franc beautifully mirrors the authenticity of its terroir, where the vines thrive in clay-limestone soils, bathed by the mild microclimate of the Vienne Valley. The natural harmony between soil minerality and climatic conditions gives this wine a unique, refreshing identity, capturing the very essence of Chinon.
At Domaine Grosbois, each vintage of La Cuisine de ma Mère is meticulously crafted with respect for nature and family traditions. Vinification follows traditional methods, with fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the fruit’s freshness and intensity. The wine then rests, gaining depth without losing its vitality. Its brilliant purple hue reveals generous aromas of ripe red fruits, currant, and raspberry, subtly intertwined with notes of spice and forest undergrowth, reminiscent of a springtime forest walk.
On the palate, La Cuisine de ma Mère enchants with its softness and elegance. The texture is silky, with a fine and delicate tannic structure, a sign of careful and respectful winemaking. This wine has a surprising aging potential: it will continue to evolve gracefully over five to eight years, revealing increasingly complex nuances and depth. However, even in its youth, it delights with its purity and radiance. La Cuisine de ma Mère from Domaine Grosbois is an invitation to a sensory journey through the heart of Chinon – a wine that’s both accessible and sophisticated, telling a story of passion and terroir, ready to be enjoyed.
