The "Cuvée Alouettes," alluding to the name of the domaine, is fresh, supple, fruity, and ready to be drunk young. This is the land of Cabernet Franc, better known locally as "Breton." While some vignerons in the area add up to 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, the Boucards make pure varietal wines. Bourgueil is among the most age-worthy of the Loire Valley's reds, and the wines from Domaine de la Chanteleuserie are no exception: their 1976 still drinks well today! Despite their structure, these wines have a suppleness and generosity of fruit that set them apart from most wines produced in the area today.