Arnaud Lambert - Saumur-Champigny - Terres Rouges - Red - 2022

Wine:

Superb! The 2022 Red Saumur-Champigny Terres Rouges is a beautifully pure expression of Cabernet Franc, bursting with vibrant fruit and lifted by classic graphite notes. Full, balanced, and effortlessly charming, it showcases an elegant, infusion-style winemaking approach with no oak influence. A fantastic bottle to enjoy over the next 6 to 8 years. Rated 93/100 by our Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, vinified in concrete vats.

Certified organic and biodynamic wine.

Color:

Bright ruby red.

Nose:

Pure and lifted by notes of red fruit and graphite.

Palate:

Fruity and balanced, this cuvée showcases a fine tannic structure, offering a fresh, enticing, and refreshing profile.

Temperature:

Serve slightly chilled, between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Cheese platter, veal entrecôte, grilled meats.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2026

Arnaud Lambert is shaking up the ranks of the Loire Valley’s top winemakers. On the exceptional terroir of Saumur-Brézé, his estate is redefining the game with wines that balance finesse, elegance, and purity.

Awarded one star in the French wine guide RVF, he is now regarded as one of the region’s most talented vintners, earning a growing reputation among serious wine enthusiasts. With meticulous care in both the vineyard and the cellar, a commitment to organic farming, and understated yet refined labels, everything here speaks to excellence.