Thierry Germain - Domaine des Roches Neuves - Terres Chaudes 2023
92/100
RVF
92/100
Vinous
90/100
Robert Parker
"A complex wine that expresses the fruitiness of Cabernet Franc."
A promising vintage for this Cabernet Franc from Thierry Germain. Bursting with ripe fruit, beautiful floral aromas and spicy notes, Terres Chaudes reveals a wonderful complexity. On the palate, freshness and richness come together to form a refined and elegant whole, ending with superb length.
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Eye
Deep ruby red color with hints of purple and cherry
Nose
Aromas of ripe fruit (cherry, blueberry, strawberry, raspberry), flowers (iris, violet, peony), spices (pepper, clove, cinnamon) and a hint of botanicals (mint, cedar).
Mouth
Straightforward attack, slightly stewed fruitiness, lovely acidity, notes of eucalyptus and bergamot, supple, refined, and elegant overall, lovely length
Serve
Decant at 15-16°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2026
Drink before
2031
Food and wine pairings
Pairs beautifully with game, seven-hour lamb parmentier, lamb tagine with almonds and prunes, venison with prunes, cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide) 5 stars (Exceptional producers, representing the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and worldwide)
About the estate:
Thierry Germain has made his estate a benchmark and a leading address for biodynamics and great Loire wines, while successfully passing on his passion to his children, Jeanne and Louis, who now work with him. The dense, energetic wines showcase the magnificent limestone terroirs of the Saumur-Champigny appellation, particularly the Clos Romans and Clos de L'Echelier single vineyard wines. Low yields result in beautifully concentrated reds that are silky and long on the palate.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2024 guide) 90/100 (2022 vintage) (Outstanding wine)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rating (2025 guide) 92/100 (2022 vintage)
Rated estate (2026 guide) 3 stars (These represent the excellence of French vineyards. The best terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical moment.)
About the estate:
The charismatic Thierry Germain has developed a unique stylistic approach to Saumur-Champigny and Saumur whites. The significant work undertaken in the vineyards (using biodynamic methods, some plowed by horse) is evident even in the estate's simplest cuvée. The latest white vintages reveal a remarkable saline brightness, going to the heart of the chalky expression of Chenin on tuffeau. They thrill the taste buds and the body! The quest for crispness and precision is undeniable in the reds, which can have a delightful floral quality. However, we are convinced that they could reveal a more velvety, graceful and mature balance of Loire Cabernet Franc, in the style of La Marginale, whose vertical tasting in April 2024 confirmed its aging potential.
Vinous
Wine rated 92/100 (2022 vintage)
ESTATE PRICE
23
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