The Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil appellation, located in the stunning Loire Valley wine region of France, is renowned for its expressive red wines. Designated as an AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) in 1937, this appellation covers about 1,000 hectares of vineyards primarily planted with Cabernet Franc, the emblematic grape variety of the region. The wines from Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil are famous for their aromatic bouquet blending red fruits like raspberry and cherry, often enhanced with spicy and forest floor notes. These wines also delight with their freshness and delicate tannins.

The diversity of soils, consisting of gravel, sand, and tuff, contributes to the complexity and richness of the wine profiles. The winemakers of Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil often adopt sustainable practices, further enhancing the quality and reputation of the wines.

For wine enthusiasts with a cellar, adding a few bottles of Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil can enrich the collection with wines of great aging potential and superb expression. Wine cellar management software can assist in tracking the evolution of these wines and maximizing their aging potential.

Wines from the Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - AOC appellation

Decline
Decline

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 1996

Les Caves du Plessis - Sélection Vieilles Vignes
Bottle (750ml)
Youth

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2023

Les Caves du Plessis - Vieilles Vignes
Bottle (750ml)
Maturity

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2020

Domaine Bureau & Fils - La Forcine
Bottle (750ml)
Undetermined

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil

Domaine Vincent Mabileau - Les Garillères
Bottle (750ml)
Undetermined

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2022

Vignerons Chazard - La Vigne Oubliée
Bottle (750ml)
Maturity

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2021

Y. Amirault - Les Malgagnes
Bottle (750ml)
Decline

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 1994

Les Caves du Prieuré
Bottle (750ml)
Youth

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2024

Domaine Mabileau-Rizet - Quintessence
Bottle (750ml)
Maturity

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2021

Sylvain Bruneau - l'éclosion Vieilles Vignes
Bottle (750ml)
Maturity

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2022

Domaine Bureau & Fils - Les Férices
Bottle (750ml)
Maturity

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2021

La Chevalerie - Guéulebée
Bottle (750ml)
Undetermined

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2024

Maison Jean Paul Davié - L'Enclos
Bottle (750ml)
Maturity
Undetermined

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2024

Domaine Vincent Maisons - Les Garillières
Bottle (750ml)
Maturity

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2022

Bertrand & Vincent Marchesseau - Idem
Bottle (750ml)
Peak

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2018

Domaine Mortier - Dionysos
Bottle (750ml)
Youth

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2024

Domaine Villeret - Cuvée Prestige
Bottle (750ml)
Youth

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2023

Domaine Gros Caillou
Bottle (750ml)
Undetermined

Loire Valley - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - 2023

Domaine La Cabernelle
Bottle (750ml)