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Saumur Rouge

Saumur Rouge wine guide: the appellation in France, its Cabernet Franc, the red wine it makes, and what to pour it with.

Country
France
Climate
Continental
Signature grape
Cabernet Franc
Styles
red
3
Signature grapes
8
Bottles to find

Saumur Rouge is an appellation of Saumur, France.

Growers build the wines around Cabernet Franc, filling out the blend with Cabernet Sauvignon and Pineau d’Aunis.

The climate is continental.

Red wine is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows light- to medium-bodied and leaning towards refreshing styles.

Climate
Continental
Styles
red

In the glass.

Red: Light- to medium-bodied, Leaning towards refreshing styles.

Grapes planted here.

Bottles to look for.

  • Arnaud Lambert 'Breze' Saumur Rouge Clos Mazurique, Loire, France
  • Arnaud Lambert 'Breze' Saumur Rouge Clos Tue Loup, Loire, France
  • Brendan Stater-West Saumur Rouge La Ripaille, Loire, France
  • Brendan Stater-West Saumur Rouge, Loire, France
  • Chateau de Fosse-Seche Saumur Rouge Eolithe, Loire, France
  • Chateau de Fosse-Seche Saumur Rouge Gondwana, Loire, France
  • Chateau de Fosse-Seche Saumur Rouge Reserve du Pigeonnier, Loire, France
  • Domaine des Guyons Saumur Rouge Murmure, Loire, France

Nearby regions.

Saumur Rouge: common questions

01.
What grapes is Saumur Rouge known for?
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Cabernet Franc is the signature grape of Saumur Rouge. Cabernet Sauvignon and Pineau d'Aunis are also planted here.
02.
What kind of wine does Saumur Rouge make?
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Saumur Rouge produces red wine.
03.
Where is Saumur Rouge?
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Saumur Rouge is an appellation in France.

More from here: every wine region in France, or the wider Saumur guide.

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