La Marginale from Domaine des Roches Neuves, in the Saumur-Champigny appellation, captivates with its intense ruby color and complex nose of red fruits, star anise, and exotic spices. On the palate, this majestic cuvée offers a bold, powerful attack, highlighted by a vertical structure and perfectly balanced acidity. The finish, with striking richness, reveals the pure expression of a remarkable terroir.
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La Marginale from Domaine des Roches Neuves, a unique Saumur-Champigny expression, flourishes on an exceptional clay-limestone terroir. Grown on south-facing slopes, this cuvée benefits from an ideal microclimate that brings the vines to perfect ripeness. Only in the best vintages does La Marginale come to life, ensuring a flawless balance between power and finesse.
The vinification process for La Marginale is equally meticulous. Grapes are harvested by hand and carefully sorted to retain only the finest. Fermentation takes place in wooden vats, with light pumping-over, followed by a maceration period of 22 to 24 days to extract the essence of the cabernet franc grape. Malolactic fermentation in 25 hl wooden vats adds a silky, complex touch to the wine, followed by 12 months of aging in large oak casks. This process refines the tannins and enhances the structure without overwhelming it, preserving the wine’s vibrant and fruity character.
On the palate, La Marginale surprises with its perfect balance of power and freshness. Its well-integrated tannins accentuate a generous fruitiness with notes of jammy red fruits, fruit liqueur, and ripe bell pepper. Hints of spices like vanilla and Sichuan pepper add further complexity. With its impressive depth and superb acidity, this cuvée offers a true sensory journey. La Marginale promises a rewarding evolution in the cellar, gaining further nuance and depth, making it an unforgettable tasting experience for Loire wine enthusiasts.
