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Domaine du Pas Saint Martin
Saumur Blanc “Pierre Frites”
France, Loire Valley, Saumur
White
Winery Overview
Domaine du Pas Saint Martin is a small family domain located near the town of Saumur in the Loire. It set among troglodyte caves formed out of ancient fossilized marine life that covered the Saumur region 10 million years ago. During the religious wars of the Middle Ages these caves served the as secret places of worship.
Today, Laurent Charrier and his mother run the domaine which is a certified organic farm. Laurent’s father was not interested in producing wine and thus in 1994 when Laurent took over the responsibility of the domain, he picked up where his grandfather had left off. He immediately set out to acquire certification for organic farming which he received in 1997. The family’s vineyards are primarily in the appellation of Saumur with additional small holdings in Anjou and Coteaux du Layon. The average age of the vines is 25 years with parts being considerably older. Vinification is carried out in temperature controlled stainless steel vats.
Part of the Wine Traditions portfolio.
Domaine du Pas Saint Martin is set among troglodyte caves formed out of ancient fossilized marine life that covered the Saumur region 10 million years ago.
Terroir
Clay with flint topsoil, limestone beds.
Vinification
Vinification methods include the settling of the must “debourbage” which concentrates the flavors, and extended contact with the lies to enrich the wine. There is no malolactic fermentation resulting in a wine that offers springtime aromas and a refreshing palate.
Aging
Matured in stainless steel.
Tasting Notes
The Saumur Blanc is produced from 100% Chenin Blanc that grow in siliceous-limestone soils. Vinification methods include the settling of the must “debourbage” which concentrates the flavors, and extended contact with the lies to enrich the wine. There is no malolactic fermentation resulting in a wine that offers springtime aromas and a refreshing palate, with light stony minerality and lemon rind. Clean and bright, simply fantastic with scallops, roast chicken, or grilled whole fish.
