Terres Rouges St-Cyr Saumur Champigny | Arnaud Lambert

Terres Rouges St-Cyr Saumur Champigny | Arnaud Lambert

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Red
Loira (FR)
AOC Saumur
Cabernet Franc 100%
Enjoy it within 5 years
12,5% ABV
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Production and refinement

Pure Cabernet Franc from vineyards with an average age of approximately 45 years, with yields of around 45 hectoliters per hectare. The vineyards are located in the Saint-Just-sur-Dive area, within the Saumur-Champigny appellation, on soils characterized by the presence of clay and limestone, with a silty-clay-sandy component. This combination of soils is particularly well suited to the Cabernet Franc of the area, capable of combining structure and depth with a pronounced mineral character and natural freshness.

The grapes are harvested by hand, allowing for more careful selection before entering the cellar. The vineyards are managed according to the principles of certified organic farming.

The winemaking process involves complete destemming of the grapes, followed by a skin maceration lasting approximately 10–15 days. Fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts, following an approach aimed at preserving the character of the fruit and the distinctiveness of the terroir. The wine is managed by dividing the fermentation between used barrels, approximately 2–3 years old, and concrete tanks: half of the wine ferments in wood and half in concrete. This choice helps avoid a dominant oaky imprint, allowing the Cabernet Franc to retain its fresh and fruity profile.

After fermentation and an initial maturation phase, the wine is blended and aged for approximately six months in stainless steel tanks. This is followed by a further period of bottle aging, indicated as 6 to 12 months before release.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

Intense ruby red.

Olfactory examination

On the nose, it displays aromas focused mainly on red fruit, complemented by elegant vegetal notes.

Tasting

The palate is fleshy and balanced, supported by freshness and a noticeable yet non-aggressive tannic structure. This is a Cabernet Franc that favors precision, drinkability, and a strong gastronomic character.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Terres Rouges St-Cyr Saumur Champigny | Arnaud Lambert ? We will now take you to delve deeper into every aspect of this exceptional wine through three key sections:

Cellar

Come and learn about the history and values ​​of the winery which passionately grows and transforms grapes into wine

Territory

Immerse yourself in the land that gives life to these unique grapes, discovering the climate and terroir that influence its character

Pairings

Get expert advice on the perfect pairings that will enhance both the wine and your meal

The winery

Country: France

Region: Loire Valley, St-Just sur Dive

Hectares of vineyards: 40

Arnaud Lambert

The history of the Arnaud Lambert winery has deep roots in the winemaking tradition of the Loire Valley. Founded on a long family heritage of producing quality wines, the winery has been renovated and transformed by Arnaud Lambert, a passionate and innovative winemaker.

Arnaud Lambert inherited his passion for wine from his family and spent years training and working in the industry before returning home to take the reins of the family winery. With a modern vision and deep knowledge of viticulture and oenology, he has carried forward his family's tradition with new energy and determination.

Arnaud Lambert

One of the distinctive features of the winery is its strong commitment to sustainability and biodynamics. Arnaud Lambert firmly believes in the importance of cultivating vines in an ecological and environmentally friendly manner, using organic and biodynamic farming practices to preserve soil health and fruit purity.

Through his dedication to quality and tradition, the Arnaud Lambert winery has gained a reputation for excellence in producing distinctive wines with character that reflect the unique terroir of the Loire Valley. Their range of wines, including Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, and traditional method sparkling wines, continues to receive praise from critics and wine enthusiasts worldwide.

Region and territory

One of the largest and most interesting wine regions in France

Loire Valley

One of the largest and most interesting wine regions in France

Loire Valley

One of the largest and most interesting wine regions in France

Loire Valley

The Loire Valley is one of the largest and most interesting wine regions in France, located west of Burgundy: here, viticulture is practiced right along the namesake river. Various types of wines are produced, including whites, reds, rosés, sparkling wines, and even sweet wines. The Loire is especially famous for its excellent white wines, particularly from Sauvignon and Chenin Blanc grapes, though it also has a noteworthy production of red wines, mainly based on Cabernet Franc and Gamay.
The Loire Valley is also famous for Muscadet, a wine renowned for its ideal pairing with shellfish, made from the Melon de Bourgogne grape, which is called Muscadet in this region.

The climate in the Loire Valley is generally quite cool; both the temperature and the latitude place the region almost at the limit for the survival and cultivation of vines. This results in a particularly low sugar content in the grapes, producing wines that are light, low in alcohol, and characterized by high acidity. When barrels are used for maturation, the outcome includes robust wines with toasted notes, features that differ from what can be considered the classic styles of the region.

The region stretches along the course of the Loire River, the longest in France. The most suitable areas start from the cities of Nevers, Bourges, and Orléans. From these territories come the most famous wines of the region: AOCs such as Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, Vouvray, Savennières, Quarts de Chaume, Montlouis, Chinon, Bourgueil, Menetou-Salon, and Muscadet. The most important area of the Loire Valley is in the north, itself divided into three zones: one more westerly, near the Atlantic coast (around Nantes), where the AOC Muscadet is found, a central one with the AOCs Anjou-Saumur and Touraine, and an eastern one (south of Orléans), with the AOCs Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé. The production in the two outer areas focuses on white wines, while in the central area the production is varied, with whites, reds, rosés, sparkling wines, and sweet wines made from grapes affected by Botrytis Cinerea. The Loire Valley also has a vast area of Vin de Pays production.

Anjou-Saumur

The areas of the Loire Valley recognized as AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) include the northern region, divided into three zones: the western zone with AOC Muscadet, the central zone with AOC Anjou-Saumur and Touraine, and the eastern zone with AOC Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé. The outer areas focus on white wines, while the central zone offers a variety of white, red, rosé, sparkling, and sweet wines. The southern part produces white, rosé, and red wines. The Loire Valley also has a vast area of Vin de Pays production, belonging to the Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France denomination.

Anjou-Saumur is renowned for its rosé wines, but its whites, particularly the Chenin Blanc from Savennières, are also appreciated for their minerality, freshness, and longevity. The Quarts de Chaumée denomination produces elegant sweet wines thanks to Botrytis Cinerea. Other quality sweet wines come from Bonnezeaux, Coteaux de Layon, and Coteaux de l’Aubance. Anjou-Saumur is also known for its sparkling wines made using the Champenois method.
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Recommended pairings and dishes

Matching by concordance

It expresses itself particularly well with dishes that echo its aromatic characteristics: preparations based on aromatic herbs, roasted vegetables, mushrooms, and meats accompanied by lightly spiced elements. The wine’s fruit character also works well with dishes featuring sweet and concentrated notes, such as caramelized onions, confit peppers, or red fruit-based sauces.

Matching by contrast

By contrast, Terres Rouges can be paired with rich, fatty and succulent dishes, taking advantage of its freshness to lighten the sensation of richness and its tannins to interact with the protein component of the meat.

It pairs well with

Roasted or grilled red and white meats, cured meats, lamb shank with lentils and confit peppers, country-style terrine, roast chicken or capon, a toasted slice of prosciutto crudo served with sweet grape-mustard, medium-aged cheese platter.

Matching by concordance

It expresses itself particularly well with dishes that echo its aromatic characteristics: preparations based on aromatic herbs, roasted vegetables, mushrooms, and meats accompanied by lightly spiced elements. The wine’s fruit character also works well with dishes featuring sweet and concentrated notes, such as caramelized onions, confit peppers, or red fruit-based sauces.

Matching by contrast

By contrast, Terres Rouges can be paired with rich, fatty and succulent dishes, taking advantage of its freshness to lighten the sensation of richness and its tannins to interact with the protein component of the meat.

It pairs well with

Roasted or grilled red and white meats, cured meats, lamb shank with lentils and confit peppers, country-style terrine, roast chicken or capon, a toasted slice of prosciutto crudo served with sweet grape-mustard, medium-aged cheese platter.

Mushroom Risotto

A dish rich in aromas and flavor, creamy and of medium structure, delicate and elegant. Chanterelles, porcini, button mushrooms, or a mix... the possibilities for an impressive first course are endless!

Lamb

Lamb, whether roasted or baked, is a rich and flavorful main course, with intense taste and aromas. Perfect with potatoes for important lunches.

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