Domaine des Roches Neuves - Thierry Germain - Saumur - L'Echelier - White - 2023

Wine:

A true hidden gem, the 2023 Saumur L’Echelier White is a masterclass in precision and purity. It strikes a beautiful balance between tension and finesse, leading to a mouthwatering, mineral-driven finish. With its radiant salinity and chiselled structure, this is a wine that perfectly embodies the estate’s signature style—vibrant, focused, and utterly compelling.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, alcoholic fermentation in 600 litre oval barrels, aged for 9 months on delicate lees.

Certified organic and biodynamic wine.

Color:

Bright straw yellow.

Nose:

Intense floral, fruity and citrus notes.

Palate:

This cuvée delivers a bold, focused palate, with vibrant flavours of ripe stone fruit and a striking saline brightness that brings definition and tension. It’s a wine of depth, clarity, and mineral-driven precision.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Fish in cream sauce, grilled sea bream, white meats.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030

Domaine des Roches Neuves is one of the Loire Valley’s top estates, with 3 stars in the prestigious RVF guide and a reputation that makes it a must for any Saumur fan.

Thierry Germain, now working alongside his son Louis and daughter Jeanne, has built a style focused on clarity and freshness. His biodynamic approach and careful ageing give the wines their signature balance: ripe Cabernet fruit with floral notes, a fresh crunch, and just the right structure to let it all shine.

This is a benchmark estate that keeps raising the bar. The latest Whites are bright, salty, and full of that chalky Chenin character. The Reds are vibrant and silky, with just the right bite to keep things lively. Top Loire wines with real energy and personality!