Saumur

Saumur is a key AOC located in the middle Loire Valley along the Loire River, characterized by its tuffeau limestone soils and cool continental climate with Atlantic influences. The region is most renowned for its elegant sparkling wines (Saumur Mousseux), crisp dry whites from Chenin Blanc, and increasingly respected reds primarily from Cabernet Franc (particularly in Saumur-Champigny). Saumur also produces a small amount of sweet wines and rosés, with Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc serving as the dominant grape varieties throughout the appellation.