Antoine Sanzay

'Les Salles Martin' Saumur Blanc 2022

Les Salles Martin is Antoine Sanzay’s organically farmed Chenin Blanc from a small parcel in Saint-Cyr-en-Bourg. Indigenous fermentation and 18 months on the lees in larger barrels give the wine substance without obscuring its mineral character.

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'Les Salles Martin' Saumur Blanc 2022

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Tasting Notes

Ripe red and green apple meet citrus, gentle spice and a rounded, saline finish. There is generosity through the middle, balanced by the freshness and structure that make serious Saumur Chenin so compelling.

About Antoine Sanzay

Building his domaine entirely from scratch after choosing to step away from the local co-operative, sixth-generation Loire vigneron Antoine Sanzay has become one of Saumur-Champigny's most respected organic superstars. Tending 11.4 hectares of pristine, certified bio vines - including a prized slice of the legendary 'Les Poyeux' vineyard - he relies on low-intervention winemaking to craft effortlessly elegant bottles celebrated for their vibrant fruit, site expression, and absolute linear precision.

About Loire Valley

The Loire Valley stretches across a wide sweep of France and is defined by variety, structure and strong regional identity. In the east, Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé are known for precise Sauvignon Blanc with a consistently complex and ageworthy profile. Moving west, Vouvray showcases the versatility of Chenin Blanc across dry sparkling and long-lived styles. Anjou and Saumur offer a mix of Chenin-based whites and structured reds, while Saumur-Champigny is recognised for particularly refined Cabernet Franc with real ageing potential. Further toward the coast, Chinon specialises in quality red wines, and the Nantais delivers classic Muscadet, known for its clarity and ability to pair with seafood. The Loire remains one of France’s most diverse and reliably characterful regions.