{"product_id":"dom-roches-neuves-saumur-blanc-linsolite-2024","title":"Dom. Roches Neuves Saumur Blanc L'insolite 2024","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe High-Tension Masterpiece of Thierry Germain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003e2024 'L'Insolite'\u003c\/b\u003e is being celebrated as a benchmark for modern, biodynamic Chenin Blanc. Thierry Germain, a visionary who moved from Bordeaux to the Loire in the 90s, has transformed this estate into a global icon for precision. The name \"L'Insolite\" (The Unusual) refers to the specific, rare band of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"316\"\u003eflint (silex)\u003c\/b\u003e found in the vineyard, which gives this wine its \"electric\" personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe Terroir: Flint, Chalk, and 90-Year-Old Vines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Vibe:\u003c\/b\u003e If a classic Chardonnay is a silk velvet, this Chenin is a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003eshimmering, cold blade\u003c\/b\u003e. It is vertical, crystalline, and vibrating with energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Location:\u003c\/b\u003e Sourced from 3 hectares of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003e90-year-old vines\u003c\/b\u003e in the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"66\"\u003elieux-dits\u003c\/i\u003e of Les Cerpes and Saint-Vincent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Soil:\u003c\/b\u003e A unique \"sandwich\" of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"33\"\u003elimon à silex\u003c\/b\u003e (flinty silt) over a base of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003etuffeau\u003c\/b\u003e (Turonian limestone). The flint provides the smoky, high-toned aromatics, while the limestone offers the structural \"bone\" and acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e🍷 2024 Tasting Notes (The \"Vibe\" in 2026)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe 2024 vintage in Saumur is noted for its exceptional clarity. Following a growing season that allowed for slow, perfect ripening, the wine is \"bursting with vitality.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eComplex and \"shimmering.\"\u003c\/b\u003e It opens with high-toned citrus (pamplemousse and bergamot), followed by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"109\"\u003ewhite peach, ginger, and gentian flowers\u003c\/b\u003e. As it sits, the signature \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"177\"\u003esmoky, flinty minerality\u003c\/b\u003e emerges, alongside a hint of fresh honeycomb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eTense, upright, and precise.\u003c\/b\u003e The attack is \"straight and direct,\" with a beautiful juxtaposition of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"112\"\u003evelvety texture and piercing acidity\u003c\/b\u003e. It is concentrated and \"sapid,\" meaning it makes your mouth water with its salty, savory intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eLong, rich, and clean.\u003c\/b\u003e It leaves a persistent trail of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003ecitrus zest, ginger spice, and a distinct saline grip\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,1,0\"\u003e100% Chenin Blanc (90-year-old vines)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eViticulture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCertified Biodynamic (Biodyvin)\u003c\/b\u003e; harvested by hand in tries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVinification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,0\"\u003e4-hour pneumatic press; fermented at low temps (12.8°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\"\u003e9–12 months on fine lees in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003eoval Stockinger foudres\u003c\/b\u003e (no new oak)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e12.5%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,1,0\"\u003eCrystalline, Mineral, and Energetic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2026 – 2035.\u003c\/b\u003e Stunningly fresh now, but will develop \"noble\" wax and nut notes by 2030.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSeafood:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"9\"\u003eSeared scallops with ginger\u003c\/b\u003e or grilled sea bass with yuzu; the wine's acidity and ginger notes are a natural mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Gourmet Match:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003eLobster or Langoustines\u003c\/b\u003e with a citrus-infused butter; the wine's density handles the richness while the acidity cuts the fat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Simple Joy:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003eWarm goat cheese salad\u003c\/b\u003e or aged Comté; the flinty minerality loves the tang and salt of the cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e In 2026, treat this like a Grand Cru. To allow the flinty aromatics to fully \"bloom,\" \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"95\"\u003edecant it for 1 hour\u003c\/b\u003e before serving. Aim for a temperature of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"157\"\u003e11–12°C\u003c\/b\u003e—serving it too cold will mask the incredible complexity of the 90-year-old vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57122489565558,"sku":"'6419294340503","price":36.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/Rochesneuvesinsolite.png?v=1774076430","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/dom-roches-neuves-saumur-blanc-linsolite-2024","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}