Wines and spirits Saumur

Nearly 150 winegrowers have joined together in a cooperative to bring their vineyards to life. Their sensory cellar is based on a scenography retracing the adventure of the winegrowers of Saumur and Bourgueil. After the tasting, linger in the store to discover their range of wines. Those who like sweet wines will prefer the coteaux-de-saumur, which has won several awards. A beautiful visit in historical, oenological, agricultural and human immersion!

Established since 1885, Langlois-Château operates its own vineyards and controls all its wines. A part of the vineyard of the domain is labeled organic. The layout of the site and the store allows you to discover the estate in a playful way. One literally "drinks" the words of his guide for visits in 4 acts: oenology course, stages of wine making, 300 m of underground path and commented tasting. After this introduction, you will surely hesitate between the fruity taste of a white Saumur, the power of a Saumur-Champigny, and many others.

A true wine enthusiast, Cédric Galisson puts all his love into finding you the nugget that will make you succumb. In the cellar, you'll find carefully selected skittles at all prices and to suit all tastes. At the bar, too, Cédric will be delighted to advise you. To accompany your nectar, you won't want to miss a delicious platter of charcuterie or cheese, all from the Saumur region, of course. The emphasis here is on simplicity and conviviality. Love at first sight guaranteed.

A historical place where wines and products from the Loire Valley are honored. Vino Valley and its 250 or so products, exclusively from the Loire Valley, have set up shop in a former wine-making cellar, preserving the rails that were used to transport bottles and barrels. To help you make up your mind, the team will have you taste the star bottles at the bar, and you will be able to accompany them with a delicious wine list. Tasty moments to share in a place as unusual as charming.

The house's crémants de Loire and saumurs bruts sparkle in the mouth, it's gaiety itself! So why the term "widow"? This was Élisabeth Amiot's wish when she took over the business from her late husband Armand Amiot. 134 years after its beginnings, its wine is known all over the world! Come and visit the cellars and the 6 km of underground galleries dug in the tufa stone. Don't miss the proposed activities: theater, themed tasting, Halloween. The whole family will enjoy the experience, even the children who are entitled to alcohol-free drinks.

When you open the door to this wine cellar, with its ceiling-high crates and bottles, you'll find yourself looking at no fewer than 1,000 different wines from all over the world. From small vintages you'd never have thought of to the most prestigious grands crus, you're bound to find what you're looking for. The friendly cellarman will be happy to advise you on the best food and wine pairings. Ideal for impressing your guests! For spirits lovers, whisky, port and vodka are also on sale.

It was in 1851 that Etienne Bouvet founded with Célestine Ladubay the exceptional House that bears their names. Today, the House has an elegant collection of "Brut de Loire" with its vintage vintages Saphir, Trésor, Instinct; a unique know-how in the art of blending and vinification of Chenin and Chardonnay grapes. On foot or by vintage bicycle, you will discover the cellars, the sunken cathedral, the heritage visit with the label library, the archive room, the 19th century theatre. New in 2021, the Collection Hippomobile de Saumur.

Ackerman has been a pioneer of Saumur wines since 1811, and offers a complete immersion in its gigantic troglodytic cellars, in the midst of majestic artistic installations inspired by the singularity of the place. Indeed, every year, in collaboration with Fontevraud Abbey, an artist is welcomed here for a residency. The tasting and the guided tour allow you to discover more! An exceptional sensory visit to discover the best products of the Saumur region, in particular the famous crémants de Loire.

A beautiful Art Deco building, the Gratien & Meyer house in Saumur is nestled into the hillside and offers an exceptional panorama of the Loire River. A visit to the cellars takes us back to the Middle Ages, when the tufa stone galleries were dug, and to the ^19th century, when Alfred Gratien and Jean-Albert Meyer developed their fine bubbly wines. These wines are available in white, red and rosé, as well as champagne (Alfred Gratien d'Épernay), and can of course be tasted at the end of the tour.

Domaine Saint-Vincent is a vineyard located in Saumur, Indre-et-Loire. It extends over 35 hectares of vines planted on the slopes overlooking the Loire. The soil, composed of a layer of silt followed by tuffeau, gives the wines a suppleness characteristic of Saumur Champigny. The estate offers a range of appellations, including Saumur blanc, Saumur-Champigny, Saumur rosé and Crémant de Loire. Visitors can explore the cellars and taste the wines on site. The domaine's website, www.st-vincent.com, also offers further information.