Saumur Les Salles Martin 2018 - Antoine Sanzay
Vin de Loire, AOC Saumur, Les Salles Martin, vintage 2018, Antoine Sanzay
Tasting notes for the Saumur "Les Salles Martin" 2018 - Antoine Sanzay
- EYE: The wine has a pale and bright yellow color, with green reflections. Its clarity is remarkable, indicating purity and freshness. The wine shines in the glass with a deep and intense clarity.
- NOSE: A delicate and charming aromatic bouquet. Aromas of white fruits such as pear and apple blend with subtle floral notes, like acacia flower. Hints of citrus, such as lime and mandarin, can also be perceived, adding a touch of freshness. Discreet mineral notes bring an earthy dimension to the ensemble.
- MOUTH: A cuvée with a lively and fresh attack, with well-balanced acidity. Juicy white fruit flavors unfold, offering a crunchy and lively sensation. Pear, apple, and citrus flavors reappear, providing a palette of fruity and tangy flavors. The texture is light and pleasant, with a persistent and refreshing finish.
In short: The Saumur Les Salles Martin 2018 produced by the famous Antoine Sanzay is a beautiful wine from a talented winemaker. With its delicate aromatic bouquet and lively palate, it offers a beautiful expression of Saumur's terroir characteristics. This wine can be enjoyed now for its freshness and liveliness, but it also has aging potential. It can be cellared for 3 to 5 years to allow its aromas to further develop. When opening, remember to decant it to enhance your tasting experience. In terms of food pairing, this Saumur "Les Salles Martin" pairs perfectly with seafood dishes such as oysters, shrimp, or scallops. It can also be enjoyed as an aperitif or accompanied by light dishes like summer salads or fish-based dishes.
Other appellations from this estate: Saumur-Champigny, Saumur-Champigny La Haye Dampierre, Saumur-Champigny Les Poyeux, Saumur-Champigny Les Salles Martin, Saumur-Champigny Les Terres Rouges, Saumur-Champigny L'Expression, Saumur Les Essarts, Saumur Les Salles Martin, Saumur Vieilles Vignes...
Data sheet
- Vintage
- 2018
- Format
- 75 cl
- Color
- White Wine
- Grape Variety
- Chenin
- Appellation
- Saumur
- Region
- Loire
- Producer
- Antoine Sanzay
- Cuvée
- Les Salles Martin
100% organic winemaking in Varrains
Since 1999, Antoine Sanzay has taken care of the family vineyard he's inherited from his grandparents, in the village of Varrains (Loire Valley, western France). With tireless passion, he cultivates the soil of his 11 hectares of Saumur and Saumur-Champigny, like six generations of vintners before him. His wines, which he started producing at the estate in 2002, are purely organic.
Antoine has a deep respect for the vineyard, which you can almost taste when you open one of his bottles. He often jokes about using antiquated, pre-war methods, but one must admit they clearly bear fruits! It is a real labor of love for him and it doesn't stop in the vineyard: Antoine uses natural yeasts in the wine making process, works with the lees, values low yields...
Former rising star in the Saumur community, Antoine has now become a well-respected wine maker. He's especially known for his 4 hectares of "Poyeux", a terroir very close to the famous Clos Rougeard, formerly owned by the Foucault Brothers (who were organic wine precursors). Because of that, Antoine is also often seen as one of their spiritual successors.
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