Saumur blanc L'Echelier Domaine des Roches Neuves Thierry Germain 2022

The Saumur Blanc L'Échelier 2022 Domaine des Roches Neuves from Domaine des Roches Neuves, led by Thierry Germain, is one of the estate’s flagship cuvées, showcasing the purity and freshness of Chenin Blanc. Produced under the Saumur, the L’Échelier vineyard is planted on limestone and clay soils enriched with tuffeau, giving the wine its signature tension, minerality, and length.

The 2022 vintage, shaped by a warm yet balanced growing season, produced grapes of remarkable concentration and ripeness, while maintaining natural freshness that provides energy and vibrancy. The vineyard is farmed biodynamically, with meticulous soil management and controlled yields. Hand-harvesting ensures only the finest grapes are selected.

In the cellar, Thierry Germain applies a respectful, low-intervention approach: natural fermentations with indigenous yeasts, gentle pressing, and aging in large oak vats and barrels. This method preserves aromatic purity while allowing the wine to develop complexity and texture.

On the nose, the L’Échelier 2022 offers an intense and refined bouquet of ripe white fruits, citrus, and floral notes, complemented by delicate hints of wet stone and honey. On the palate, the wine is broad, structured, and lively, with fine acidity balancing the concentration of the vintage. The mineral backbone leads to a long, saline, and elegant finish, characteristic of great Saumur Chenin Blanc.

Already expressive upon opening, this wine also possesses excellent aging potential, evolving gracefully over 10 to 15 years. The Saumur Blanc L’Échelier 2022 from Domaine des Roches Neuves perfectly reflects Thierry Germain’s expertise and the purity of the terroir, offering a Chenin Blanc of precision, elegance, and remarkable depth.