Rating: 3.0/5

The 2024 Domaine des Roches Neuves – Thierry Germain’s Saumur Champigny presents itself with a deep, ruby colour, its clarity perfectly transparent. Aromatically, the bouquet shows complex and enticing, with medium intensity, primarily dominated by earthy notes and subtle hints of spice, complemented by a whiff of dark fruit. On the palate, fine-grained tannins add structure, complementing the medium-bodied wine, while acidity and alcohol are perfectly balanced.

At a glance

  • Type: Red
  • Appearance: deep, ruby
  • Nose: medium
  • Palate: Body medium, Tannin medium, Acidity medium, Alcohol medium, Sweetness dry, Feel fine grained, Flavour intensity medium
  • Finish: medium
  • Development: Fully Developed
  • Readiness: drink now but it will age
  • Balanced: yes
  • Complex: yes

Food pairings

  • Grilled lamb chops with rosemary and garlic
  • Roasted beef with mushroom and red wine
  • Spicy beef empanadas with chipotle peppers
  • Pan-seared venison with cherry compote
  • Herbed roasted vegetables with goat cheese
  • Grilled portobello mushrooms with balsamic glaze
  • Meatballs with marinara and parmesan cheese
  • Seared tuna with soy and ginger sauce