{"product_id":"saumur-lechelier-domaine-des-roches-neuves-saumur-2018","title":"Saumur L'echelier Domaine Des Roches Neuves Saumur, 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eSaumur L'Echelier 2018 from Domaine des Roches Neuves is a refined Loire Chenin Blanc that captures both precision and depth. Sourced from one of Saumur’s most distinctive sites, it offers a vivid expression of the grape’s mineral drive, freshness, and quiet complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePale gold in the glass, it typically shows a bright, crystalline appearance that hints at its tension and energy. The nose is often layered with white flowers, pear, quince, citrus peel, and a distinct stony, chalk-driven minerality.\n\nOn the palate, expect a focused and elegant Chenin Blanc with lively acidity, orchard fruit, subtle honeyed nuances, and a saline, mouthwatering finish. L'Echelier is the kind of wine that can evolve beautifully in bottle, gaining texture, nuance, and complexity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eL'Echelier comes from a prized terroir in Saumur, where Chenin Blanc benefits from the Loire Valley’s cool climate and limestone-rich soils. These conditions help preserve freshness while encouraging the mineral character for which the site is known. Domaine des Roches Neuves is known for meticulous vineyard work and careful vinification aimed at expressing purity and site character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs especially well with fresh seafood, shellfish, roast chicken, creamy fish dishes, and goat cheese. Serve chilled at around 10–12°C to best reveal its aromatic detail and structure. Decanting is not usually necessary, though a short aeration can help if the wine is showing tightly on opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine des Roches Neuves is a benchmark producer in Saumur, widely respected for its expressive, terroir-driven wines. Founded in the Loire and strongly associated with biodynamic farming and precision winemaking, the domaine has earned an excellent reputation for elevating Saumur’s profile. Its wines are admired for purity, balance, and a strong sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Des Roches Neuves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252293849425,"sku":"MS-52930","price":44.85,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/52930.jpg?v=1783443977","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/saumur-lechelier-domaine-des-roches-neuves-saumur-2018","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}