Domaine des Sables Verts Saumur Champigny 'Les Poyeux' 2022
4.5
HK$380
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character In the celebrated Saumur Champigny appellation, the 2022 Domaine des Sables Verts 'Les Poyeux' showcases the brilliance of this historic lieu-dit. The 2022 vintage was marked by a warm and dry growing season, which concentrated the grapes to yield a remarkably balanced and complete crop with excellent depth. This wine originates from a prized 1.2-hectare parcel of old vines planted on unique sandy-tuffeau soils mixed with green glauconite sands, giving the Cabernet Franc its signature elegance and mineral complexity.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing On the nose, this medium-bodied red reveals vibrant aromas of crunchy red cherry, ripe raspberry, and violet, accented by graphite and dried thyme. The palate is defined by fine-grained tannins and a limestone-driven acidity, delivering a textured finish of wet stone and subtle forest floor. Pair this refined Cabernet Franc with roasted duck breast, herb-crusted lamb chops, or a classic Chinese soy-glazed pork belly.
Winery Background Established in 2019 by Caroline Meurée and Hervé Malinge, Domaine des Sables Verts represents the energetic new generation of Loire winemaking. The duo manages their 16 hectares in Varrains with sustainable practices and minimalist intervention to ensure absolute terroir transparency. By fermenting with indigenous yeasts and using restrained oak aging, they capture the pure, vibrant essence of the land, establishing this young estate as a rising benchmark for the region.