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2019 Château Yvonne "La Folie", Saumur-Champigny, Loire Valley

( £20.76, 13%, Uncharted Wines )

Mathieu Vallée is better known for his spectacular white wines, but the reds aren’t far behind. Since he took over in 2007, he’s established Château Yonne as one of the top producers in Saumur. Organically farmed on limestone soils across seven parcels in the village of Champigny, La Folie is his most approachable red wine cuvée. Fresh, juicy and tangy, with notes of black cherry and mint, chalky acidity and vitality and a bright, energetic finish. Loire Cabernet Franc at its refreshing best.

BuyDrinking window: 2021-27Similar Wines: £20-25, 90-94, France, Red, Cabernet Franc