Picasso 'Les Douces Collines' Cabernet Franc 2023
Primary flavours
Black Cherry
Blackcurrant
Raspberry
Charcoal
Green Capsicum
Green Peppercorn
Leather
Meat
Details
The ‘Les Douces Collines’ or the sweet hills, is sourced from the appellation of Saint Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, which is known for meaty style of Cabernet Franc. This is no exception with a bright start, smoky nose which leans into some leafy tones followed by raspberry and blackberry fruit drive..
The Loire Valley is a grand region that traverses central France where you will find the perfect mix of history, gastronomic delights and a nice smattering of castles. The region expands from the coastal city of Nantes where you could consume one of the best pairings in the world, oysters with muscadet, to the historically important city of Orléans, and by historic, we are talking Joan of Arc levels! François- Xavier Barc and Gérald Vallée started Complices de Loire in 2010, after both having a strong background of winemaking in the Loire Valley. The winery sources fruit from across the Loire and produces a range of classic wines from Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc to Cabernet Franc and Gamay. The winery has two different vineyards, after acquiring Domaine à Deux in 2015, which has helped grow the range of wines. There is a beauty to the range, with modern wine labels and well constructed wines that showcase the versatility of the Loire Valley.
The Loire Valley is a grand region that traverses central France where you will find the perfect mix of history, gastronomic delights and a nice smattering of castles. The region expands from the coastal city of Nantes where you could consume one of the best pairings in the world, oysters with muscadet, to the historically important city of Orléans, and by historic, we are talking Joan of Arc levels! François- Xavier Barc and Gérald Vallée started Complices de Loire in 2010, after both having a strong background of winemaking in the Loire Valley. The winery sources fruit from across the Loire and produces a range of classic wines from Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc to Cabernet Franc and Gamay. The winery has two different vineyards, after acquiring Domaine à Deux in 2015, which has helped grow the range of wines. There is a beauty to the range, with modern wine labels and well constructed wines that showcase the versatility of the Loire Valley.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, some fruitiness, medium tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Loire Valley
country
France
Grape type
Cabernet Franc
Wine Maker
Complices de Loire
Alcohol
12.5%
Vintage
2023
Cellar period
3-5 years
Production method
Vegan
Pairing guide
Cabernet Franc - such as this delicious number from Picasso - built its towering reputation on many different factors, but top of the list was always its food-friendliness. It’s a proper French bistro wine, which should give plenty of indication as to the kind of dishes and ingredients it best pairs with. Duck and sausage is always a safe bet, especially when cooked together in a stew with some white beans and plenty of herbs, cassoulet-style. Steak and chips, too, is an obvious choice, as is slow-roasted salmon, ratatouille, and other European-style combos of meat, veggies, and a savoury sauce. We also love this wine with classics like quiche lorraine, schnitzel, and leafy greens like spinach and kale.
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Food
Braised Beef
Grilled Vegetables
Antipasti
Ham
French Cuisine
Rustic French Cuisine
Tastes
Crisp
Fruity
Moods
Adventurous
Creative
Seasons
Summer
Autumn
Spring
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Loire Valley, France
The Loire Valley wine region is known for producing some of the finest white wines in France. It is in central France along the Loire River, which flows west from the Massif Central to the Atlantic coast. The Loire wine region is known for its diversity of grape varieties and winemaking styles, including whites, reds, stickies and even sparkling wines like Crémant de Loire. With that said, the most sought wines in the Loire Valley include Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, and Melon de Bourgogne, better known as Muscadet.
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