The wines of guard are exceptional cuvées, designed to evolve over time and reveal all their complexity after several years in the cellar. At the Delaunay area, we select powerful red wines and anjou-style softness capable of crossing decades, thanks to a rich terroir and controlled know-how. Each bottle is the fruit of meticulous work, combining respect for viticultural traditions and innovations, to guarantee optimal aging .
A guard wine has maturation potential superior to immediate consumption wines. Thanks to its tannic structure, its balanced acidity and its aromatic concentration, it improves over the years, developing more complex and deep aromas. Its ability to evolve is based on optimal conservation conditions and a rigorous choice of grape variety.
In the Anjou region, some names are distinguished by their longevity. Anjou Villages offers red -coated reds, while the Layon hillsides produce soft wines with evolutionary aromas, perfect for guard . Our selections highlight these exceptional terroirs and the unique characteristics that make these wines an invaluable taste heritage.
Developed from selected grape varieties, our Anjou Villages is a structured wine with silky tannins. With a beautiful material and a perfect balance, it promises a remarkable evolution in the cellar. This wine perfectly accompanies refined dishes and improves over the years, gaining intensity and complexity.
Our hillsides from Layon , from late harvest, reveal notes of candied fruit and honey. Thanks to a preserved natural acidity, they keep for several decades and gain complexity over time. Ideal with delicate dishes such as foie gras or certain refined cheeses, it reveals all its aromatic richness after a few years of guard .
A guard wine requires a stable environment, out of light and temperature variations. A wine cellar offering controlled humidity is ideal for ensuring a harmonious evolution. A good conservation makes it possible to avoid premature oxidation and to preserve all the authenticity of the wine.
Before tasting a long guard wine , it is advisable to ventilate it to release your aromas. A crash may be necessary for some reds, while a slightly fresh service will highlight a soft wine. It is also recommended to use suitable glasses to fully appreciate its aromatic subtleties.
Depending on the name and vintage, a guard wine can be kept 5 to over 30 years. Our Anjou Villages are reaching their peak after ten years, while our hillsides of the Layon still evolve after 10 years. Regular monitoring of the evolution of wine makes it possible to determine the ideal moment for tasting.
You can order our cuvées directly on our wine e-commerce site or visit us at the field for a personalized tasting experience. Take advantage of the expertise of our winegrowers to choose the wines adapted to your cellar and your expectations .
We invite you to discover our watch wines and enrich your cellar with exceptional cuvées. Do not hesitate to contact us for advice on the choice and conservation of our wines. Also come and visit us at Domaine Delaunay for an immersion in the world of wine and a tasting on site. Our team of experts is at your disposal to guide you in your selection and answer all your questions.
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