{"product_id":"olga-raffault-chinon-la-fraich","title":"Domaine Olga Raffault Chinon \"La Fraich\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Cabernet Franc. 2022 is the first vintage for the new entry-level Chinon from Raffault. The fruit comes from very young vines in sandy, flat parcels near the winery not far from the the Vienne River. The farming is certified-organic and the harvest is manual. The berries are destemmed but not crushed and fermented with native yeasts in tank with a maceration of about 15 days. The wine is aged in stainless steel tanks for about 6 months before bottling. This vin de soif has a pretty and playful label that complements its style perfectly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDomaine Olga Raffault Chinon \"La Fraîch\" 2024\u003c\/b\u003e From a legendary Loire Valley benchmark comes the ultimate, organic \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"114\"\u003evin de soif\u003c\/i\u003e (wine for thirst). Crafted from young-vine Cabernet Franc planted in sandy riverbed soils, \"La Fraîch\" skips the oak to deliver a pure, joyful burst of crunchy red currants, wild raspberries, and a snap of fresh white pepper. Exceptionally light on its feet, low in tannin, and ringing in at a refreshing 12% ABV, this is a vibrant, gulpable red built for immediate drinking. Serve it with a light chill alongside charcuterie, goat cheese, or backyard burgers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the beautiful country of Véron, cradled between the Loire and the Vienne, the Olga Raffault estate has passed on its know-how of making its Chinon wines for four generations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eThe fruit comes from very young vines planted on flat, sandy plots near the winery, right down by the banks of the Vienne River. Sandy soils close to the river inherently produce lighter, fruitier, and less tannic wines than the clay-limestone slopes further up. The farming is certified organic and entirely hand-harvested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003eThe grapes are destemmed but kept whole (not crushed), then fermented with native yeasts. It undergoes a relatively short 15-day maceration to extract plenty of bright fruit but minimal harsh tannins. It spends just about \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"28\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e6 months in stainless steel tanks\u003c\/b\u003e before being bottled. No oak, no heavy extraction, just pure fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe name says it all \"La Fraîch\" plays on the French word for fresh (\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"69\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003efraîche\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003eOn the Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e Expect a burst of energetic, crunchy red fruits—think sour cherries, raspberries, and red currants—intermingled with classic Loire Valley signatures like crushed black pepper, violet petals, and a hint of fresh green herbs or black tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003eOn the Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e Light-to-medium-bodied, vibrant, and incredibly snappy. The acidity is crisp, and the tannins are incredibly soft and silky. It trades the intense, earthy, tobacco-laden grip of older Chinons for a juicy, refreshing, gulpable fruit profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e3. Serving \u0026amp; Pairing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eBecause of its low-tannin, high-acid profile, treat this wine a bit like a heavy rosé or a Cru Beaujolais.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003eGive it a Chill:\u003c\/b\u003e It is highly recommended to serve this wine \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"61\" data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003ewith a light chill\u003c\/b\u003e (around 55°F \/ 12°C). Popping it in the fridge for 20 minutes before drinking accentuates the \"fraîch\" factor and makes the red fruit pop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003eFood Pairings:\u003c\/b\u003e This is incredibly versatile. It pairs effortlessly with classic French bistro fare: charcuterie boards, paté, rillettes, and roast chicken. It’s also a stellar match for grilled sausages, burgers on the patio, or fresh goat cheese (\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"248\" data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003eChèvre\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e4. Aging Potential\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eDrink it now!\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike Raffault's other bottlings, this is explicitly not meant for the cellar. The 2024 vintage is designed to be cracked open right away while it’s at its peak of youthful, fruity vibrancy. Enjoy it over the next year or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LENOO Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48364513296554,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/0241\/6042\/files\/DomaineOlgaChinoncompr.png?v=1780356424","url":"https:\/\/lenoowine.com\/products\/olga-raffault-chinon-la-fraich","provider":"LENOO Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}