Roches Neuves Saumur Blanc Clos Romans 2022 trentino Slightly bigger palette than a

Slightly bigger palette than a Pinot

The acidity and maturity of the grapes were at the exact point of readiness when they were picked and placed in small crates and then pressed very gently in the cellar

savoury yet sumptuous wine that comes into its own with food

apple and pear flesh

Roches Neuves Saumur Blanc Clos Romans 2022 trentino Slightly bigger palette than aBiodynamic. This tiny vineyard also deserves status as one of Saumurs Grand Crus, and its certainly the most enchanting of Germains sites to visit. The Chenin vines are rooted in the walled enclave of a priory dating back to the 11th century. Planted on the limestone ridge above Parnay just outside Saumur, the roots burrow down through the white rock (Senonian era bedrock called Pierres de Champigny) towards the famous Maisons Troglodytes below.