Vinos a la venta: Domaine des Roches Neuves
Domaine des Roches Neuves
★ Bodega asociadaThis week we are delighted to introduce you to one of our favourite domains, a domain which reminds us why we love our profession: it allows us to discover and get to know inspiring producers, such as Domaine des Roches Neuves. Thierry Germain produces superb, biodynamic Saumur and Saumur-Champigny, characterised by the freshness of their fruit and their rare elegance.
Thierry Germain moved to Varrains in 1992, where he makes Saumur whites (from 3 hectares of Chenin) and Saumur-Champigny (from 19 hectares of Cabernet Franc). His philosophy is entirely based on the way in which he works the vines. "Science is useless when the grapes are of mediocre quality: if the vine is neglected, it cannot yield the desired nectar". This is why the domain is run entirely according to biodynamic principles (certified in 2005), in a bid to breathe new life into the soil. The wine-maker only intervenes in the plant's growth as a little added extra. Minimal intervention and natural, parcel-by-parcel vinification result in vintage after vintage of wines that are always different, never the same. Today, Thierry Germain is one of the best representatives of his generation, and has contributed to restoring the reputation of the Saumur appellation. He produces a sublime range, of a very high quality, among the finest wines of the appellation. A big favourite with the iDealwine team!
Vídeo de la bodega Domaine des Roches Neuves
OPINIONES DE LAS GUÍAS
BETTANE & DESSEAUVE
The most recent vintages are marked by greater aromatic purity and wonderfully refined textures, thanks to the meticulous work during the maturing process in particular.
LA REVUE DU VIN DE FRANCE
The charismatic Thierry Germain has adopted a modern stylistic approach to Saumur-Champigny, striving to express the optimum ripeness of his Cabernet Franc and their élevage in different-sized oak barrels, all the while maintaining the floral, crunchy, fruity hallmark of the Loire. […] His Chenin blanc has also made a reputation for itself, having succeeded in finding the purest ripeness, tension and firmness.