Thierry Germain - Domaine des Roches Neuves - Terres Chaudes 2023
92/100
RVF
92/100
Vinous
90/100
Robert Parker
"A complex wine expressing the fruit of the Cabernet Franc grape.
A promising cuvée for this Cabernet Franc by Thierry Germain. Bursting with ripe fruit, beautiful floral aromas and spicy notes, Terres Chaudes reveals great complexity. On the palate, freshness and delicacy are the order of the day, forming a fine, elegant whole that finishes with superb length.
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Eye
Intense ruby red with hints of violet and cherry
Nose
Aromas of ripe fruit (cherry, blueberry, strawberry, raspberry), flowers (iris, violet, peony), spices (pepper, clove, cinnamon) and a planty touch (mint, cedar).
Mouth
Straightforward attack, slightly stewed fruit, good acidity, hints of eucalyptus and bergamot, supple, fine and elegant, good length.
Serve
Decant at 15-16°C
Open
1h before
Drink from
2026
Drink before
2031
Food and wine pairing
A perfect match for game, seven-hour lamb parmentier, lamb tajine with almonds and prunes, venison with prunes, cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine rated (guide 2026) 5*Stars (Exceptional producers, those who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and the world)
About the domain :
Thierry Germain has made his estate a benchmark for biodynamic viticulture and great Loire wines, while successfully passing on his passion to his children Jeanne and Louis, who now work with him. The wines are dense and full of energy, showcasing the magnificent limestone terroirs of the saumur-champigny appellation, particularly the Clos Romans and Clos de L'Echelier parcel cuvées. Low yields give good concentration to the long, silky reds.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated wine (guide 2024) 90/100 (Vintage 2022) (Great wine)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (guide 2025) 92/100 (Vintage 2022)
Domaine rated (guide 2026) 3*Stars (They represent the excellence of the French vineyard. The best terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wines is always a magical experience)
About the domain :
The charismatic Thierry Germain has defined a singular stylistic approach to Saumur-Champigny and Saumur whites. The extensive work undertaken in the vines (biodynamic, some ploughed with a horse) is evident right from the estate's first cuvée. The latest white vintages reveal a remarkable saline brilliance, getting to the heart of the chalky expression of chenin on tuffeau. They thrill the taste buds and the body! The quest for a crisp, chiselled edge is undeniable in the reds, which can have a ravishing florality. However, we are convinced that they could reveal a more velvety, graceful and ripe balance of Loire Cabernet Franc, in the manner of La Marginale, whose vertical test in April 2024 confirmed its ageing potential.
Vinous
Wine rated 92/100 (Vintage 2022)
ESTATE PRICE
23
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