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Domaine Antoine Sanzay is located in Varrains, at the heart of Saumur-Champigny. Antoine Sanzay, the seventh-generation winemaker, took over the family estate in 1999. The domaine covers 11 hectares of prime vineyards, and since 2014, it has been certified organic. Sanzays winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention, allowing the terroirs character to shine through his pure expressions of Cabernet Franc.
- Winemaker: Antoine Sanzay
- Farming: Certified organic since 2014
- Variety: 100% Cabernet Franc
- Terroir: Limestone and sandy clay soils in Saumur-Champigny
- Vinification: Hand-harvested, fermented with indigenous yeasts, and aged in concrete vats
- Aging: 6-10 months in concrete to preserve freshness
- Tasting Note: Bright wild cherry, graphite, and herbs, with a fresh, clean, mineral finish
- Scores: Not available yet for the 2022 vintage
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Pairing Suggestions:
- Grilled sausages
- Roast chicken
- Soft goat cheese