Roches Neuves Saumur-Champigny Terres Chaudes 2022 comes from the Loire’s chalk and clay soils, made by Roches Neuves with a firm hand and a clear focus on Cabernet Franc purity. The bottle Roches Neuves Saumur-Champigny Terres Chaudes 2022 reads as a serious yet highly drinkable expression of terroir, and it deserves a place in your cart.

Red cherry, plum skin, violets and graphite lead the nose, while the palate delivers fine tannins, fresh acidity and savoury mineral drive; a cool herbal thread and blood-orange finish keep the wine taut, precise and food-friendly. This is Cabernet Franc with polish, energy and immediate appeal.

Serve with roast chicken, duck breast, grilled mushrooms or goat’s cheese; ideal for long lunches, cellar tastings or an easy dinner with friends. This terroir-driven red rewards early opening and short-term cellaring, so buy a bottle or two now.