In the glass
Aroma: red plum, raspberry, violet, fresh herb
Palate: red cherry, soft tannin, mineral, saline finish
The estate's gateway Bourgueil, blending sand-and-gravel terrace parcels for a juicy, biodynamic Cabernet Franc to drink in its first decade.
What it pairs with
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Rillettes de Touraine on sourdough
Pork rillettes and Bourgueil Cabernet Franc are a regional cornerstone. -
Roast chicken with shallots
Chicken and the wine's herbal lift refresh between bites. -
Vegetable gratin with herbs
Summer vegetables and the wine's saline finish are aligned.
History
Peu Muleau is the estate's gateway Bourgueil, named for the village street where the cellars sit. Drawn from younger sand-and-gravel parcels under Demeter biodynamic care.
- 1990 — Peu Muleau gateway cuvee first bottled
Facts
- Producer
- Domaine de la Chevalerie
- Grapes
- Cabernet Franc (100%)
- Classification
- Bourgueil AOC
- Oak
- 10 to 12 months in tank and seasoned oak, no new oak
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 14 to 22 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3 to 10 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1990
- Biodynamic
- Demeter Certified
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Scores
- Vinous 89 (2020 vintage, reviewed 2022)
Frequently asked about Peu Muleau
What does Peu Muleau taste like?
Red plum, raspberry, violet and fresh herb on the nose; red cherry, soft tannin, mineral and a saline finish on the palate. Medium-bodied with medium tannins and high acidity.
When should I drink Peu Muleau?
Drink between 3 and 10 years from vintage, lightly chilled to 14 to 15C in summer.
What food pairs with Peu Muleau?
Rillettes de Touraine on sourdough, roast chicken with shallots, and vegetable gratin with herbs are all strong matches.
Is Peu Muleau vegan?
Yes. The Caslot family works without animal-derived fining agents under Demeter biodynamic certification.