Domaine du Pré Semelé : Camille 2022

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Camille 2022 from Domaine du Pré Semelé

Tasting

Nose
The aromatic bouquet is intense and expressive, dominated by notes of fresh red fruits (cherries), complemented by subtle minty touches that bring freshness and complexity.

Palate
Generous and silky, the palate is seduced by its perfectly integrated tannins and its velvety texture. The natural freshness of the wine harmoniously balances its body, offering a tasting that is both pleasant and elegant.

Food and wine pairings

This pinot noir will pair perfectly with grilled or roasted red meats. Its balanced structure and freshness also make it an ideal companion to accompany dishes with character.

A Sancerre pinot noir combining freshness and elegance

The property

Founded in the 1940s by Camille and Maurice Raimbault, Domaine du Pré Semelé is a family vineyard located near Sancerre, in the Loire region. Today led by Julien and Clément Raimbault, the estate spans 18 to 20 hectares, mainly planted with sauvignon blanc and pinot noir. Renowned for its unique terroir and respectful viticultural practices, the estate was recognized in 2017 for producing the second best sauvignon in the world. This international recognition underscores the family's commitment to excellence and tradition.

The vineyard

The Camille cuvée comes from a blend of five carefully selected plots on the slopes of Sancerre. Facing due south, these fifty-year-old vines are rooted in a clay-limestone terroir typical of the appellation. Cultivated according to the principles of organic farming, this 0.60 hectare terroir benefits from an ideal microclimate for the optimal expression of pinot noir.

The vintage

The year 2022 provided favorable conditions for the maturation of pinot noir, allowing a perfect balance between freshness and concentration. The grapes were able to develop a beautiful phenolic maturity while preserving a natural acidity, an essential characteristic for the production of elegant red wines in the Loire.

Vinification and aging

Manual harvest followed by rigorous sorting before transfer to the vat. The vinification takes place without the addition of sulfites or additives, with 30 to 50% whole harvest. A maceration of about three weeks is practiced with delicate pump-overs to preserve the finesse of the fruit. The aging extends over 18 months in wooden vats, concrete eggs and 500 and 228 liter barrels. After 12 months, the wine is blended and then continues its aging for an additional 6 months in the vat. Bottling is carried out without fining or filtration, on a fruit day of the lunar calendar.

Grape variety

100% pinot noir