Domaine des Roches Neuves Terres Chaudes Saumur Champigny 2021

Grape: Cabernet Franc
Vintage: 2021
Type: Red

Produced by Thierry Germain at Domaine des Roches Neuves, this red wine showcases a pure expression of cabernet franc in Saumur-Champigny. Hand-harvested from rows rooted in thin topsoils over porous tuffeau limestone, the site is managed under certified biodynamic viticulture. Winemaking involves a spontaneous native fermentation using wild yeasts in neutral vessels, avoiding modern extraction adjustments. Aged in seasoned French oak barrels, it integrates its structural components without wood flavor dominance.

It pours a clear ruby color, releasing aromas of fresh raspberry, redcurrant, and delicate violet notes. On the palate, a light-to-medium-bodied frame balances crunchy red fruit flavors with a savory, herbal quality typical of the variety. Fine-grained tannins provide a smooth structural grip across the mid-palate without feeling heavy. A clean thread of limestone acidity runs through the center, keeping the fluid mouthfeel refreshed. It finishes completely dry, leaving a persistent saline impression.