Antoine Sanzay

Saumur Champigny 2020 - Terres Rouge - Antoine Sanzay

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Antoine Sanzay
Name Saumur Champigny
Variety Cabernet Franc
Gradation 13.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, vegetal notes
Vinification method Steel fermentation, long maceration
Region Loire
Production area Saumur
Country France
Type Red wine
Aging 6-12 months
Type of cask Oak barrels
Color Ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 5-7 years
Pairing Red meats, roasts, aged cheeses
The Saumur Champigny 2020 from Terres Rouge, signed by Antoine Sanzay, embodies the essence of Cabernet Franc grown in the clay-limestone soils of the Loire, a terroir that expresses unique freshness and minerality. This wine presents a bright ruby color, inviting you to discover intense aromas of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and raspberry, intertwined with delicate herbaceous notes and light spices.

On the palate, the tannic texture is fine and well integrated, supported by a lively acidity that provides harmony and drive. The aging in steel respects the varietal purity, enhancing drinkability and elegance without overpowering the fruit. Ideal to accompany white meats, delicate roasts, and soft cheeses, this Saumur Champigny tells the authentic vocation of a territory rich in tradition and winemaking passion.
The winery

Antoine Sanzay – Winery in Valle della Loira (Pays de la Loire)

Discover the story and wines of Antoine Sanzay.

Producer from the Saumur and Saumur‑Champigny area, known for terroir-driven wines, organically farmed and made using low‑intervention methods.
Region: Valle della Loira (Pays de la Loire)
Country: Francia
Founded: 2002
Grapes: Cabernet Franc, Chenin Blanc
Based in Varrains, in the heart of the Saumur‑Champigny appellation. Certified organic farming practices. A strong focus on Cabernet Franc for red wines and Chenin for white wines. Vineyards vinified parcel by parcel. Low-intervention winemaking approach: native yeasts, judicious use of oak, and lees management.
Winery history
He comes from a family of local winegrowers: Antoine gradually took over the family vineyards in Varrains from the late 1990s and began vinifying his own harvests in the early 2000s. In the following years the estate developed while maintaining a parcel-by-parcel approach and showcasing local terroirs such as Les Poyeux.
Production philosophy
Terroir-driven production: organic farming, minimal intervention in the cellar, use of native yeasts, lees management and measured ageing to express the character of each individual parcel.
Terroir and vineyards
The domaine is based in Varrains and cultivates vineyards in Saumur and Saumur‑Champigny. Frequently cited parcels include Les Poyeux, Les Salles Martin and La Haye Dampierre.

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