Marcel Martin
Chenin Blanc Saumur
2019
About this winery
The 74 acres (30 hectares) of vineyards that produce Marcel Martin are located in the Anjou and Touraine regions of the Loire. The vineyards are planted with approximately 60% Chenin Blanc, 20% Chardonnay, and 20% Cabernet Franc on a mixture of clay, limestone, and sand with an average vine age of 20 years old.
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Product notes
From a limestone soil
Production notes
Traditional white wine making, with fermentation at 16 ° C. - Aging on fine lees in stainless steel vats.
Tasting notes
Pale yellow color with green reflections. Nose with spring floral notes. On the palate, it is dry, mineral and characterized by its aromatic freshness. Lots of finesse, stewed white fruit. - Shrimp salad pairings, grilled scallops, meunière fish, grilled sea bass with fennel and goat cheese. - Serving temperature: 12 ° C - 3 years of wine ageing potential