Thierry Germain - Saumur Brut Bulles de Roche 2023
“The estate’s sparkling wine—a must-try!”
Bulles de Roche is produced from an exclusive selection of grapes grown within the Saumur appellation. A sparkling wine crafted to perfection! It captivates with its pale yellow color, which hints at a nose of pear aromas, lovely minerality, and delicate bubbles. Lively, crisp, and citrusy.
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Eye
Light yellow, bright
Nose
A fresh bouquet of white fruits like pear, with hints of citrus, candied lemon, minerality, and delicate bubbles
Palate
Very lemony on the palate, with notes of Granny Smith apple; lively and crisp, with plenty of freshness
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy as an aperitif, with a seafood platter, fish in sauce, scallops, sushi, salmon quiche, or dessert...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide) 5*Stars (Exceptional producers, those representing 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 result in 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 saline brightness, capturing the essence of Chenin’s chalky expression on tuffeau soil. They delight both the palate and the body! The quest for crispness and a chiseled edge is undeniable in the reds, which can exhibit 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.