2021 Domaine Filliatreau Chateau Fouquet Saumur Rouge

This vintage shows a translucent ruby core with slight purple edges. Aromas open with wild raspberry, red plum, and crushed violet, followed by savory notes of peppercorn, graphite, and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is mid-weight and energetic, driven by fresh acidity and finely grained tannins. Flavors of red currant, cranberry, and pomegranate give way to earthy undertones of iron, thyme, and flint. The finish is precise and dry, with a mineral snap and lingering red fruit.



Domaine Filliatreau, based in Chacé near Saumur, is a leading estate in Saumur-Champigny, known for its role in advancing organic viticulture and the quality of Cabernet Franc in the region. While the property dates to the late 19th century, its modern direction began in the 1960s under Paul Filliatreau, who shifted the focus from mixed farming to dedicated wine production. His son Fredrik expanded the estate and initiated a move toward sustainable practices, culminating in full organic certification by 2007. Today, the domaine farms over 45 hectares across several communes, producing wines that reflect both the scale of the estate and a long-standing commitment to environmentally conscious viticulture and site expression.