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Thierry Germain "Terres Amphores" 2022 Saumur - 2022
WINE | WHITE WINE | LOIRE | SAUMUR BLANCBottle of : 75cl
Mineral expression from volcanic terroir
- Thierry Germain's Terres Amphores represents the finest expression of Saumur's volcanic soils. This cuvée emerges from a meticulous selection of parcels where ancient schist and tuffeau create wines of remarkable mineral precision and structural integrity.
- The 2022 vintage demonstrates the house's commitment to capturing terroir authenticity. Fermented and aged in amphora vessels, the wine develops complexity whilst maintaining the freshness and linearity characteristic of Loire's finest white wines.
- This is a wine for the serious collector—one that rewards patience. The mineral backbone and subtle oak integration suggest a decade or more of graceful evolution in bottle, developing secondary notes of hazelnut and honey.
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£53.79
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Product features : Thierry Germain "Terres Amphores" 2022 Saumur
On the eye
Pale gold with greenish highlights; clear and luminous.
On the nose
Restrained aromatics reveal white stone fruit, citrus zest, and a distinctive flintiness. Secondary notes of white flowers and subtle herbaceous nuance emerge with aeration, speaking to the wine's mineral-driven character.
In the mouth
Crisp and precise on the palate, with a linear structure that reflects the volcanic terroir. Stone fruit and citrus flavours are balanced by mineral acidity and a saline finish. The amphora élevage contributes textural refinement without masking the wine's essential character.
Terres Amphores 2022 exemplifies Thierry Germain's philosophy: minimal intervention, maximum terroir expression. The amphora vessels impart subtle textural complexity whilst preserving the wine's natural freshness. This is a serious Loire white for the discerning palate—one that demands proper cellaring and rewards patience with evolving complexity.
Nicolas françois, propriétaire passionné des halles de quercamps
DOMAINE DES ROCHES NEUVES - THIERRY GERMAIN
Domaine des Roches Neuves is a wine estate in the Saumur-Champigny appellation (Loire Valley), run by Thierry Germain. Around 28 hectares farmed biodynamically. Main grapes: Cabernet Franc (reds) and Chenin Blanc (whites). Limestone tuffeau soils. Cuvées: Terres Chaudes, Marginale, Franc de Pied. Wines of great precision and fine depth.
SAUMUR BLANC
Indulge in the exquisite Thierry Germain \'Terres Amphores\' 2022 Saumur bio, a beautifully crafted organic wine that reflects the essence of the Loire Valley. This wine captivates with its vibrant red fruit flavors, elegant minerality, and a touch of spice, creating a truly memorable sensory experience.