France — wine

Saumur

Loire Valley tuffeau limestone appellation; Cabernet Franc reds and Chenin Blanc whites; Saumur Brut (traditional method sparkling from Chenin) is one of France's most overlooked fine sparkling wines.

Year Rating Notes
2022 Good Loire year; Chenin Blanc of fine acidity ideal for Saumur Brut base wines.
2021 Outstanding Chenin vintage; Saumur Brut wines of extraordinary mineral precision.
2020 Warm year; richer Saumur style; tuffeau Cabernet Franc reds excelled.
2019 Classic profile; precise Chenin and structured Cabernet Franc reds.
2018 Good balance; food-friendly Saumur wines of consistent quality.