La Folie Lucé
La Folie Lucé sits in Saumur, the heart of the Middle Loire, where Cabernet Franc thrives in cool-climate conditions. The region's slate and limestone soils shape wines of structure and mineral precision—hallmarks of the Loire's red tradition. The winery's two flagship releases, Autrement and Encore, are both Cabernet Franc expressions that have drawn attention from Wine Advocate and Decanter. Autrement, the higher-rated of the two, demonstrates the depth and complexity that Saumur's terroir can yield from this finicky variety. Encore follows closely, offering its own interpretation of the grape. Both wines reflect the Middle Loire's signature style: bright acidity, dark fruit, and an underlying earthiness that rewards careful cellaring.
Critics
Decanter, Wine Advocate