Saumur-Champigny, Le Bourg 1995, Clos Rougeard (2)

A Highly Unusual and Diverse Private Collection of Mature Wines, headed by a Rare & Comprehensive Range of the Famed Clos Rougeard Saumur; other gems in this collection include top Champagnes, Le Pin as well as bottles from Italy, Spain and California, it concludes with Marc and Fine de Bourgogne from Domaine de la Romanee-Conti The vendor has told us that as he runs an international business, his work has taken him across Europe. He has used the opportunities afforded by his travels to indulge his enduring love for wine, particularly interesting, rare, and antique bottles. Purchases have been made over the last 10 years, often face to face and through personal contacts as well as from specialist wine merchants and local auctions. The collection, as a result, is quite eclectic, made up of small parcels and individual bottles. All wines have been stored correctly and checked carefully by Bonhams staff before the sale Lots 358 to 422

Saumur-Champigny, Le Bourg 1995
Clos Rougeard
(stained & marked labels)
2 bottles
Nestled within the heart of the Loire Valley, France, lies a vinicultural gem revered by connoisseurs worldwide: Clos Rougeard. With its history tracing back to the 17th century, this esteemed estate embodies a legacy of unwavering commitment to quality winemaking, passed down through generations of the Foucault family.

Situated in the Saumur region, Clos Rougeard benefits from a unique terroir characterised by limestone-rich soils and a favourable microclimate, nurturing vines that yield grapes of unparalleled depth and complexity, found notably in its Cabernet Franc-dominant cuvées like Le Bourg and Les Poyeux. Le Bourg showcases elegant notes of dark berries and spice, while Les Poyeux offers a vibrant expression of red fruits with a hint of earthiness.