Description

The ripe combination of Chenin and Chardonnay gives this always-delicious wine its richness and slightly creamy texture. It is ripe and full-bodied with melon and peach flavours and crisp acidity. This limited-production wine is smooth and rich at the end. Drink now with sunshine and a smile.

"A precise, succulent and textural Saumur with notes of apples, ripe pears and sweet spices. Medium-bodied with fresh acidity. Bright and agile, with fine bubbles and a focused finish of excellent length. Drink or hold."
92 points.
James Suckling, jamessuckling.com (November 2024)

Bouvet-Ladubay Saphir Saumur Brut Vintage 2022

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Taste Profile

Dry

Sweet

Light

Complex

Fresh

Oaked

Pairing Suggestions

Aperitif

Lobster and Shellfish

White Fish

More Information

Attributes

Type: Champagne & Sparkling Wine
Style: Crisp Sparkling Wine
Country: France
Region: Loire Valley
Vintage: 2022
ABV: 12.5%
Size: 75cl
Farming: Sustainable
Winemaking: Traditional

Bouvet Laudubay

Founded by Étienne Bouvet in 1851. He then founded the "Maison" Bouvet Ladubay, to which he associated the name of his wife, Célestine Ladubay. Over the years the estate has changed hands a few times, in 2015 the Monmousseau family (who controlled the estate from 1932-1974) purchased back 100% of the shares. Since 1851 Bouvet-Ladubay has been a true historical monument of fine Loire bubbles. Through 160 years of history and passion, they have produced numerous vintages with incomparable expertise.

Loire Valley

The Loire Valley in France is a prestigious wine region renowned for its diverse wines and picturesque landscapes. Stretching along the Loire River, it benefits from a varied climate and a range of soil types, ideal for viticulture. It is particularly famous for its white wines, including the crisp and mineral-rich Sauvignon Blanc from Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, and the aromatic Chenin Blanc from Vouvray and Saumur. The area also produces excellent reds, such as the light and fruity Cabernet Franc from Chinon and Bourgueil. Rosé and sparkling wines, like Crémant de Loire, add to the diversity of the region. With its rich winemaking heritage, varied terroirs, and high-quality wines, the Loire Valley offers an exceptional experience for wine enthusiasts seeking both classic and innovative wines.