Domaine Des Roches Neuves La Marginale Saumur Champigny 2022 (750ml)

Domaine Des Roches Neuves La Marginale Saumur Champigny 2022 (750ml)La Marginale comes from clay limestone soils with a strong Turonian influence, from vineyards with full southern exposure that reach optimal ripeness ahead of the rest of the estate. Its only produced in vintages where that balance comes together. Yields are kept low, with careful vineyard work focused on soil health and aeration. Fermentation takes place in wooden vats, followed by an extended maceration of around three weeks. The wine then completes

La Marginale comes from clay-limestone soils with a strong Turonian influence, from vineyards with full southern exposure that reach optimal ripeness ahead of the rest of the estate. It’s only produced in vintages where that balance comes together.

Yields are kept low, with careful vineyard work focused on soil health and aeration. Fermentation takes place in wooden vats, followed by an extended maceration of around three weeks. The wine then completes malolactic fermentation in large-format oak.

The 2022 shows a deeper, more structured side of Saumur-Champigny. Red berry fruit sits alongside mint, spice, and a more savory register—anise, pepper, and a touch of warm oak influence. There’s weight here, but it’s shaped by acidity that keeps everything defined and moving. Tannins are present and firm, giving the wine a vertical, structured feel through the finish.

This is built for the table and for time. Lamb, pork, or richer, slow-cooked dishes all make sense here, and a few years in the cellar will reward patience.