Chateau du Hureau Saumur-Champigny Tuffe 2023 SPRHONE capturing the wine's essential character

capturing the wine's essential character without fining or filtration

transparent Blanc de Blancs from a producer the Champenoise themselves quietly respect

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with exceptional results from a qualitative point of view

Chateau du Hureau Saumur-Champigny Tuffe 2023 SPRHONE capturing the wine's essential characterTuffe is named for tuffeau, the soft chalk under these vines, and that mineral undertow is the signature of the wine. It's Hureau's everyday Saumur Champigny, a Cabernet Franc blended from many parcels and aged in tank to keep it fresh and unadorned. Chateau du Hureau is among the top names in the appellation, run by fifth generation vigneron Philippe Vatan and his daughter Agathe. This is honest, drinkable Loire Cab Franc done right. Serve it with a