Who makes it
Historical bottles dated 1864 remain in the cellars of Domaine des Mailloches. The Demont family represents one of the oldest winemaking lineages in Bourgueil, with vineyard operations extending across eight generations.
Where it grows
Restigné is the home of Domaine des Mailloches and lies at the heart of the Bourgueil appellation. The domaine occupies 22 hectares there, while its named red wine carries the Touraine designation.
What they make
Bourgueil Vieilles Vignes Domaine des Mailloches is a red wine from Touraine. It is aged in stainless steel vats for 9 to 18 months before release. Stainless steel is a neutral ageing vessel, so it contributes no oak flavour and leaves the fruit and tannins exposed.
The wine shows a deep black cherry colour, with plum hues on the nose. Powerful black cherry and blackcurrant lead the aromas, followed by a rich palate of red fruit and licorice with melted tannins.