{"product_id":"dom-roches-neuves-saumur-champigny-rouge-2024","title":"Dom. Roches Neuves Saumur Champigny Rouge 2024","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Pure, Vibrant Heart of the Loire\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 'Cuvée Domaine'\u003c\/b\u003e is hitting the market as a masterclass in \"thirst-quenching\" Cabernet Franc. Thierry Germain, the Bordeaux native who became the high priest of biodynamics in the Loire, has crafted a 2024 that favors \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"235\"\u003eprecision, floral aromatics, and incredible drinkability\u003c\/b\u003e. This is the estate's calling card—a wine that captures the stony, cool essence of Saumur without the heavy tannins of its more muscular neighbors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe Terroir: Tuffeau Limestone \u0026amp; Sand\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 the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eVieilles Vignes\u003c\/i\u003e from Gevrey-Chambertin is a heavy velvet curtain, this is a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003ebreezy linen shirt\u003c\/b\u003e. It is light, airy, and full of life.\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 A patchwork of parcels (about 15 hectares) around the villages of Varrains, Chaintres, and Saumur.\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 The secret is the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003eTuffeau\u003c\/b\u003e—a porous, chalky limestone subsoil. It acts like a sponge, regulating water for the vines and imparting a distinct \"stony\" freshness and verticality to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Vines:\u003c\/b\u003e A mix of vine ages ranging from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"43\"\u003e4 to 70 years old\u003c\/b\u003e, providing a balance of youthful energy and old-vine depth.\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\"\u003eEarly 2026 reviews highlight the 2024 vintage as being particularly \"crystalline\" and pure. It avoids any \"green\" or vegetal notes, focusing instead on ripeness and transparency.\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\"\u003eLifted and incredibly fresh.\u003c\/b\u003e It opens with a burst of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"64\"\u003ewild raspberries and crunchy redcurrants\u003c\/b\u003e, quickly followed by delicate floral notes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"151\"\u003eirises and violets\u003c\/b\u003e. There is an underlying hint of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"202\"\u003egraphite (pencil shavings)\u003c\/b\u003e and crushed black pepper that is typical of high-quality Cabernet Franc.\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\"\u003eSupple, round, and juicy.\u003c\/b\u003e The attack is frank and \"crunchy,\" with a beautiful tension. The tannins are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"115\"\u003esilky and barely there\u003c\/b\u003e, acting more like a fine mesh than a firm grip. It feels \"airy\" on the tongue but stays persistent.\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 Clean and mineral. It leaves a parting impression of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003eblackcurrant zest and a smoky, chalky mineral touch\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% Cabernet Franc\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) \u0026amp; Organic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\"\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\"\u003e100% de-stemmed; fermented in stainless steel at 16–22°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\"\u003e3–4 months in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"14\"\u003estainless steel and wooden vats\u003c\/b\u003e on fine lees\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 (Low alcohol, high freshness)\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\"\u003eFruity, Floral, and \"Gourmand\"\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\"\u003e2025 – 2030.\u003c\/b\u003e While it can age, it is built for immediate, youthful enjoyment.\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\"\u003eThe Bistro Match:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eCharcuterie, pâtés, and rillettes\u003c\/b\u003e; the wine’s acidity and fruit cut through the richness of cold meats perfectly.\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 Light Main:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003eGrilled Chicken with herbs\u003c\/b\u003e or a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003eroasted salmon steak\u003c\/b\u003e; the tannins are light enough to work with meaty fish.\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 Picnic:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eGoat cheese (Chabichou or Sainte-Maure de Touraine)\u003c\/b\u003e; the classic regional pairing where the tang of the cheese meets the flinty mineral of the wine.\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, this is the ultimate \"lunch wine.\" To preserve its \"crunchy\" fruit and floral perfume, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"105\"\u003eserve it slightly chilled at 14–15°C\u003c\/b\u003e. It doesn't need a decant—just pop the cork and enjoy the energy. If it feels a bit tight at first, 15 minutes in the glass will see it blossom beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57122489500022,"sku":"'6419294340527","price":27.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/Rochesneuveschampignyrouge24.png?v=1774076438","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/dom-roches-neuves-saumur-champigny-rouge-2024","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}