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Domaine des Roches Neuves Clos Romans 2019

Saumur Loire Valley White

€37,50 / 75cl inc. VAT

In 2019, the Saumur Clos Romans from Domaine des Roches Neuves displays a chiseled structure, maintaining a remarkable youthful momentum. The palate is marked by notes of wild berries and blond tobacco, supported by a straight length and a mineral freshness that promise beautiful evolution.

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Appellation: Saumur Blanc
Region: Saumur Blanc
Grape varieties: Chenin Blanc
Alcohol: 12.5
Color: White
Condition: Perfect

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Wine Advocate Tasting Note

From Souzay-Champigny and cultivated on clay-limestone terroir with just a 30-centimeter layer of clayey sand before the Seonian limestone is present, the 2019 Saumur Blanc Clos Romans has a straw yellow color and a deep yet subtle and complex bouquet of white fruits intertwined with the flinty limestone aromas. Pure, fresh and juicy, with great finesse and mineral tension, this is a refined and highly elegant Saumur Chenin with a persistent, sustainably structured finish. It's an impressive wine and one of the finest dry Chenins I have had from the Loire this year. Tasted in June 2021.

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About the Producer

About the Producer

Domaine des Roches Neuves, a star of the Loire, is the fruit of a rediscovered passion. In the 1990s, Thierry Germain returned to his roots and took over this Saumur estate. His meticulous work has transformed the expression of the appellation, brilliantly revealing the potential of Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc. The wines of Domaine des Roches Neuves are distinguished by their elegance, pure fruit, and silky texture. The aging process is designed to enhance the terroir without masking it. Among the flagship cuvées is the Saumur-Champigny Les Mémoires, a red of remarkable depth and complexity. The Saumur-Champigny Clos de l'Échelier and the singular Saumur-Champigny Franc de Pied also embody the estate's style. White wine lovers will appreciate the Saumur Blanc L'Insolite and the rare Saumur Clos Romans, which demonstrate the ability of Chenin Blanc to produce great wines on these lands. Today, Domaine des Roches Neuves is recognized for the finesse and precision of its wines. Among the most sought-after cuvées are Thierry Germain Domaine des Roches Neuves Saumur-Champigny Les Mémoires, Thierry Germain Domaine des Roches Neuves Saumur-Champigny Clos de l'Échelier, and Thierry Germain Domaine des Roches Neuves Saumur-Champigny Franc de Pied—useful benchmarks for understanding the identity of the house.

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