Frédéric Brouca "Samsó Seulle"

This dry, full-bodied red wine from Frédéric Brouca is a classically textured Cinsault. “Samsó” means “Cinsault” in the ancient local language, and this wine is made with Cinsault grapes from 45-year-old vines, handpicked, and aged in stainless steel tanks for nine months.

With an ABV of 13%, it has beautiful aromas, with fresh notes of red fruit and a hint of musk. It’s lingering on the palate, with plenty of red fruit flavor.

A versatile wine, the Frédéric Brouca “Samsó Seulle” will pair well with many different foods. Try it with Gruyere cheese and hot smoked salmon. It’s great with escargot, grilled vegetables, Moroccan lamb, Thai curry, beef bourguignon, and hearty stews.

Frédéric Brouca grew up in Normandy, and lived a nomadic lifestyle with his Canadian wife, Elaine, with the bulk of his time spent in Faugeres. From an early age, Frédéric had loved farming, and had expressed his desire to become a winemaker. In 2001, after he completed his Masters Degree in Finance, he went back to school to gain a Sommelier diploma. This was the start of his wine career. The Broucas took over 25 acres of vines in Faugeres in 2012, and in 2013, their inaugural vintage was created. Domaine Frédéric Brouca is a modest winery, fueled by the concept of reducing human intervention in the growing and winemaking process. Their wines are fresh and vibrant, made simply and without any revolutionary risk-taking. The success of their wines is thanks to letting nature run its course; to a simple return to good, honest farming.

Store unopened red wines in a cool, dry, and dark place safe from constant vibration. Keep your bottle horizontal in a wine rack or cellar to retain the moistness of the cork. The ideal temperature for storage is between 16 to 18°C. Once opened, a bottle will be good for 3 to 5 days standing upright in the refrigerator.