Discover the top 100 best wines of Savennières of Centre Loire as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the wines that are popular of Savennières and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Anjou AOC south-west of Angers on the right bank of the Loire (steep schists facing the river, communes Savennières, Bouchemaine, La Possonniere): Chenin Blanc (Pineau de la Loire) reigns exclusively in dry white — full-bodied and distinctive, pale to golden yellow robe, floral nose of acacia, lime with pear, peach, quince, toasted almond and honey, fresh, dense, precise and mineral palate. Evolves toward honey, warm rock and white truffle. 15 years ageing.
Supple, fragrant reds with fine tannins and vibrant freshness, showing raspberry, violet, green pepper, pencil lead and gentle spice aromas. Star of the Loire as a single variety (Chinon, Bourgueil, Saumur-Champigny) and of the right bank of Bordeaux in blends (Cheval Blanc at 60%). Also in semi-dry Anjou rosés. A historic Bordeaux variety, parent of Cabernet-Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenère.
wines from the region of Savennières go well with generally quite well with dishes of rich fish (salmon, tuna etc), vegetarian or poultry such as recipes of salmon burger, broccoli and blue cheese quiche without pastry or mediterranean cake with parmesan and coppa gratin.
On the nose in the region of Savennières often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, cream or grapefruit and sometimes also flavors of oaky, tropical or citrus. In the mouth in the region of Savennières is a with a nice freshness.
