Thierry Germain - Domaine des Roches Neuves - L'Insolite 2007
Rating: Bettane & Desseauve 17/20, Gault Millau 17/20, RVF 15/20
"There is great elegance in this complex and refined L'Insolite cuvée, with the acidity of the finish providing a lingering presence on the palate. Time will give it roundness and body, but it can be enjoyed right now for its liveliness." (Le Grand Guide des Vins de France 2009 Bettane & Desseauve).
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Eye
Straw-yellow color (almost crystalline), clear, bright, and brilliant
Nose
A concentrated, mineral-driven wine with great freshness—a generous wine boasting beautiful aromatic intensity. Notes of exotic fruits (passion fruit, mango, pineapple) and citrus (lemon, mandarin, grapefruit, clementine), evolving into floral notes
Palate
A beautiful, direct, and powerful attack with intense fruitiness accented by spices. The acidity is present, yet unobtrusive, defining the structure of the wine and ensuring the aromatic identity of the flavors. The finish is clean, with a lovely lingering aftertaste of the notes
Serve
decant at 12-13°C
Open
30 minutes before serving
Drink from
2008
High point
2009
Drink before
2015
Production
15,000 bottles
Food and wine pairings
Un vin d'une belle vivacité qui accompagnera admirablement un rôti de lotte lardé, échalotes confites à la poire et romarin, des Saint- Jacques marinées au yuzu puis grillées, oignons grelots et artichauts glacés, de grosses langoustines aux cocos de Paimpol, bigorneaux et huile de palme, une daurade royale de Méditerranée...<br/> <br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide): 5* Stars (Exceptional producers who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)
About the estate:
Thierry Germain has made his estate a benchmark and a leading name in biodynamic winemaking and fine Loire wines, while successfully passing on his passion to Jeanne and Louis, his children, who now work alongside him. The dense, energetic wines showcase the magnificent limestone terroirs of the Saumur-Champigny appellation, particularly the single-vineyard cuvées Clos Romans and Clos de L'Echelier. Low yields yield beautifully concentrated reds that are silky and long on the palate.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2026 guide) 3*Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience)
About the estate:
The charismatic Thierry Germain has developed a distinctive stylistic approach to Saumur-Champigny and Saumur whites. The significant work undertaken in the vineyards (using biodynamic methods, with some plowed by horse) is evident even in the estate’s basic cuvée. The latest vintages of white wine reveal a remarkable briny brightness, capturing the essence of Chenin’s chalky expression on tuffeau soil. They set the taste buds and the body alight! The quest for crispness and a chiseled edge is undeniable in the reds, which can possess a delightful floral character. We are, however, convinced that they could reveal a more velvety, graceful, and ripe balance of Loire Cabernet Franc, in the style of La Marginale, whose vertical tasting in April 2024 confirmed its aging potential.
Customer rating
4.1/5
based on 10 reviews
Review by Mr. DANIEL Z. Posted on May 13, 2013
Thierry Germain is undoubtedly one of the best winemakers in the Loire Valley. This Insolites is a true delight and has excellent aging potential. I’ve kept some for about ten years… they were superb.
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Review by Mr. ERIC T. Posted on April 26, 2013
A wonderful wine to pair with fish or seafood. It has a lovely complexity. Definitely worth trying.
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Review by Mr. PIERRE D. Published on 12/16/2024
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Review by Mr. ALAIN C. Published on 10/22/2023
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Review by Mr. GERALD C. Posted on July 10, 2018
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Review by Mr. HERVE E. Published on July 24, 2017
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Review by Mr. DAVID L. Posted on June 30, 2015
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Review by Mr. MATHIEU D. Published on March 19, 2015
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Review by Mr. VIRGIL K. Published on May 10, 2013
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Review by Mr. RICHARD L. Posted on 11/12/2012
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