Saumur

Saumur in the middle Loire is defined by soft white tuffeau limestone – the stone of the Loire châteaux, with wine cellars carved into it. Chenin Blanc gives taut, mineral whites here and Cabernet Franc fresh, aromatic reds.

Producers: Domaine des Roches Neuves, Fabien Duveau, Léo Charruau. See also: Saumur-Champigny, Chenin Blanc.