2020 Clos Rougeard "Les Poyeux" Saumur Champigny

The 2020 Les Poyeux elegantly fills the mouth like an arch. It's not a big wine despite the warmth of the year, nor is it warm. This is serious and not overdone. It’s supple, ripe and gentle with some savory earthiness joining the cedary, tobacco-like oak. A few rains before harvest have ensured that it didn't become too concentrated. The 2020 is rounded and ripe, and its tannins offer the finest of grains. This is gentle, satisfying and balanced. (RG)