Tasting Notes & Ratings
Grape
100% Cabernet Franc
Tasting notes
It’s a pure Cabernet Franc crafted in a fruit-driven, supple, and approachable style, with minimal added sulfur. This charming new release is proof that her talent extends beyond horses—she clearly has a natural flair for winemaking too.
More About The Winery
Domaine Jeanne Germain is a small, quality-focused estate located in the Saumur-Champigny appellation in the Loire Valley. The domaine works primarily with Cabernet Franc, the emblematic grape of the region, producing wines that emphasize freshness, finesse, and terroir expression.
The vineyards are planted on the classic tuffeau limestone soils of Saumur, which bring elegance, aromatic lift, and mineral tension to the wines. Farming follows sustainable and low-intervention practices, with careful vineyard management and controlled yields to preserve balance and purity of fruit.
In the cellar, winemaking is gentle and precise, with moderate extraction and limited oak influence to maintain freshness and transparency. The wines of Domaine Jeanne Germain are known for their bright red fruit, floral aromatics, and silky structure, offering a refined and expressive interpretation of Saumur-Champigny.