La Source du Ruault - Saumur-Champigny - Source - Red - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 Saumur-Champigny Source Red opens with a concentrated, ripe profile, led by aromas of macerated blackberries and dark cherries, layered with spice, cracked pepper, and a graphite edge. On the palate, it’s smooth and generous, with polished tannins and oak aging that melts seamlessly into the wine. There's clarity and ease here—something you can enjoy now or let evolve gracefully over time. Rated 92/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, aged in stainless steel or concrete vats.

Color:

Intense red colour.

Nose:

An aromatic bouquet of macerated black fruits, spices and pepper against a backdrop of graphite.

Palate:

A wine revealing a ripe, concentrated juice profile, supported by rounded tannins and perfectly integrated ageing.

Temperature:

À servir entre 14 et 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Cold cuts, grilled meats, roast turkey.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2032

Jean-Noël Millon might not be new to the scene, but his breakout moment has only just arrived. La Source du Ruault is now one of the most exciting names to watch in the Loire Valley.

With just 10 hectares in Saumur, this small-scale, organically farmed estate is quietly redefining the region—innovative, focused, and raising its game with every vintage.