Savennières La Saponaire
At a Glance
- Variety: Chenin Blanc
- Terroir: A blend of parcels compose this Village-level Savennières, including Les Murailles and l'Aiglerie (plots located between Savennières and La Possonnière along the Loire), and Les Mauriers (to be planted in 2022, located on the top of the hillsides facing La Roche Aux Moines). Southwestern exposure, on schist and aoelian sand soils.
- Viticulture: Organic (certified)
- Vinification: Whole bunch pressing, light decanting, indigenous yeast fermentation, spontaneous malo (may be partial or full, depending on the vintage), aged 11 months on lees in barrel, light earth filtration.
Additional Info
“La Saponaire” literally translates to “grass soap.” La Saponaire is Savennières’ emblematic plant and the origin for its name and inhabitants – the Saponarians. It thrives on the light, sandy and draining soils of Savennières.